Tree growth around power line led to ’24 wildfire on Fort Berthold, records request shows
One of North Dakota’s largest wildfires last year traces back to an overlooked danger: juniper trees growing around a power pole. When high winds toppled the pole, the damaged line ignited the overgrowth, sparking the Bear Den Fire that spread across 13,000 acres into the Fort Berthold Reservation. Federal investigators ruled it an accident, but the findings underscore how drought, extreme winds, and unchecked vegetation create a volatile mix. With more frequent severe weather, even small hazards can fuel devastating outcomes. Joey Harris with Bismarck Tribune has the full story.
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