| Image Title: Fridley Fire, Paradise Valley, Mont. Photographer's Notes:
forest. On August 19, 2001, a bolt of lightening started a wildfire up Fridley Creek in the Gallatin Mountains north of Yellowstone. On August 22nd, the fire showed 'extreme' behavior and doubled in size. The following day on August 23rd, it doubled yet again... On August 27th, only 8-days later, 24,000 acres had burned at the fire was only considered to be at 15% containment... By September 11, 2001 the fire was 90% contained with a total burn area of 26,373 acres. Even though private residences were threatened - no structures were lost in this blaze. This image is currently available in multiple sizes. To place an order: Please fill out and submit your contact information and questions about image. Please specify the image title you are inquiring about. |