Governor orders flags to fly at half-staff Monday to honor Mann Gulch Fire 75th anniversary

0

HELENA, Mont. – Governor Greg Gianforte announced an order today that all flags in Montana should be flown at half-staff on Monday, August 5, from sunrise to sunset in honor of the 75th anniversary of the Mann Gulch Fire.

Thirteen firefighters died while fighting the most famous wildfire in Montana’s history 75 years ago.

NonStop Local has dedicated a series this week to bring you to the doorsteps of history and remember the young men and fire. View the Mann Gulch coverage online at nonstoplocal.com.

 

FOX41 Yakima©FOX11 TriCities©