Smoke-detection cameras

NorthWestern Energy has installed smoke detection cameras across our Montana service territory to help identify wildfires as soon as they start. These cameras use AI technology to detect potential fire starts.

Click on a camera below to view a real-time video feed.

Beacon Hill

In Jefferson County, Montana, south of Montana City.

Beef Trail

South of Butte, Montana.

Madison Hill

North of Ennis, Montana.

McDonald Pass

On the Continental Divide near Helana, Montana.

North Billings

North of Billings, Montana.

Winston

Near the community of Winston in Broadwater County.

Our Wildfire Mitigation Efforts

A NorthWestern employee chats with a fire fighter.

Our Wildfire Mitigation Efforts

With the growing risk of wildfires in your area, we’re actively exploring new ways to protect our customers and communities.