[Canyon] Road closure info for tomorrow, Sep 10

[Mitch Miller]

Thanks for passing this on Tom.  I appreciate it!

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> On Sep 9, 2020, at 9:13 PM, Tom Fiddaman <tom at metasd.com> wrote:
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> Tomorrow Bridger Canyon Road opens up for limited access, according to the Sheriff on Facebook.
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> Several people have observed that construction crews are ignoring the condition previously announced elsewhere, "This is not a time to visit your neighbors or have friends, extended family, or construction crews come to your residences." We can do better.
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> Effective tomorrow, Thursday, Sept. 10 at 10 AM, the entirety Bridger Canyon Road will be open FOR RESIDENTS ONLY. Bridger Canyon Road remains closed to the public from Boylan Road to Brackett Creek. This includes bikers and runners.
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> Residents should stay off the roads from 7 AM to 10 AM, and from 6 PM to 8 PM to allow for fire crews to travel the roads. When on Bridger Canyon Road, DRIVE SLOWLY for everybody’s safety. 
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> Residents will need to bring proof of residence to be allowed in. We ask you to go directly to your homes. This is not a time to visit your neighbors or have friends, extended family, or construction crews come to your residences. It is still an active fire zone and fire teams are still working. The objective is to keep the road clear for firefighting efforts. Any extra traffic only hinders the progress. Residents need to stay out of their way.
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> In the active fire zone, residents can expect to see smoke and flames. DO NOT call 911. They can notify fire personnel in the area if they are around, but they are aware of the situation.
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> In areas where homes have been destroyed and may have ignited propane tanks venting, DO NOT APPROACH AND DO NOT PUT THEM OUT. Residents are also advised not to stay in that area, and to collect what they need and leave.
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> Avoid spending time in any area that has been burned, even on your own property. Many hazards exist including burnt trees that are highly unstable and dangerous.
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> We really value our relationship with our citizens. We greatly appreciate your support and cooperation. We know how important it is for you to get home to your residences. Help us help you get into and stay in your residences by following these rule
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> Q So can brackett creek residents use Bridger canyon? Or or it still Clyde park Livingston route?
> A You can use Bridger Canyon except 7-10 am and 6-8 pm. Drive carefully and watch for emergency vehicles.
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> Q Can you travel during restricted times if you have to go to work?
> A Please try to arrange your trips to avoid those times, for the safety of yourself firefighters.
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> Q If your home/property is in an unburned area can you stay or do you still have to return else where at night?? 
> A You can stay.
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> Other news from the Sheriff's page:
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> Southwest Montana COAD (Community Organizations Active in Disasters) is now collecting information for people affected by the Bridger Foothills Fire at
> https://www.facebook.com/SWMTCOAD
> . Please follow them to stay on top of what resources are available to help people.
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