<p><strong>This map</strong> shows the area covered by the 232-acre Sheep Fire near Essex as of Thursday, Aug. 20.</p>
August 20, 2015
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August 20, 2015 10:57 a.m.
Sheriff says fire may reach U.S. 2 near Essex
There is a good possibility the Sheep Fire burning 2 miles south of Essex will reach U.S. 2 late Thursday if the forecast for gusty winds holds true, Flathead County Sheriff Chuck Curry advised the county commissioners Thursday morning.