ELMO – Mapping Tuesday morning showed the Elmo Fire has grown by over 3,200 acres and has now burned over 16,000 acres. The Elmo Fire exploded Monday afternoon as heavy winds started pushing the fire east, forcing some residents to immediately evacuate their homes. The fire also destroyed one structure, and shut down a section of US Highway 93. Additionally, the boat ramp at the Elmo Fishing Access Site remains closed as does Lake Mary Ronan State Park.
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The Montana Red Cross has opened evacuation centers at Somers Middle School and Polson High School.
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