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Big Draw Fire west of Elmo 95% contained

The fire is believed to have been started by a boat trailer tire falling off and igniting the grass along Highway 28
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The Big Draw Fire which broke out Monday afternoon along Montana Highway 28 near Niarada is 95% contained.

The blaze, which was initially believed to be at about 200 acres, has burned 160 acres according to the latest update.

It's believed the fire started after a boat trailer tire fell off a vehicle and ignited grass along the road.

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There are no evacuations at this time and no structures are currently threatened.