Illegal Dumping, Vandalism Increases Across Lolo N.F.

photo of plastic garbage bags and other waste tossed on the side of the road.
Photo above: Garbaged dumped by the roadside.

photo of damaged signs
Photo above: Sign vandalism.

photo of a gate cut in half
Photo above: Cut gate.

Forest officials urge anyone with information on illegal dumping or vandalism to contact the Lolo National Forest at 329-3814. A vehicle description and license plate number is the most helpful information for law enforcement, and callers may remain anonymous. In the Missoula and Mineral County areas, residents can also contact Crime Stoppers at 721-4444.