Update on damage and blocked roads caused by storm event on the Sioux Ranger District

On July 13th, the Sioux Ranger District of the Custer Gallatin National Forest experienced a thunderstorm event with winds exceeding 100mph, causing damage to some developed sites, power outages, as well as blocked roads and trails. Progress has been made to clear roads, but more assessment of the damage and work remains.

"We are grateful to everyone who worked this week to evaluate damage from the storm and clear roads," said Sioux District Ranger Kurt Hansen. "There is still a significant amount of debris to be cleared along the roads, and some roads are not yet passable due to downed trees....