Two fires in Evergreen thought to be arson
An Evergreen Fire Rescue fire engine. (Daily Inter Lake file)
Two fires reported early Monday morning in the Evergreen area both appear to have been intentionally set, according to a press release from the Flathead County Sheriff's Office.
Shortly after midnight Monday, deputies responded to a fire on Bando Lane. An initial investigation revealed the fire likely was started on purpose and spread through some grass in the area. Evergreen Fire Department was able to quickly put the fire out.
Then at approximately 1:06 a.m. Monday, deputies responded to another suspicious fire at 1282 U.S. 2 East in Evergreen. This fire also appeared to have been intentionally set and caught a residential apartment complex on fire, the press release stated. Deputies were able to evacuate the residence and Evergreen Fire extinguished the fire.
No injuries were reported in either incident.
Detectives are in the process of investigating both fires with help from the Flathead County Fire Investigation team. Annyone with information regarding this incident is asked to email information to tips@flathead.mt.gov or contact 406-758-5600.