Here are the top stories from Montana This Morning for August 1, 2023:

Wildfire Erupts in Yellowstone National Park: A wildfire has erupted in Yellowstone National Park, forcing the evacuation of several campgrounds and hiking trails. The fire is currently burning out of control and has prompted the National Park Service to close the park’s southern loop.

Montana Governor Declares State of Emergency: Montana Governor Greg Gianforte has declared a state of emergency in response to the wildfire in Yellowstone National Park. The declaration will free up state resources to help fight the fire and assist those who have been evacuated.

Two Killed in Head-On Collision: Two people were killed in a head-on collision on Interstate 90 near Billings, Montana. The crash happened early this morning and involved two semi-trailer trucks. The cause of the crash is under investigation.

School District Closes Due to COVID-19 Outbreak: The Billings Public School District has closed for two weeks due to an outbreak of COVID-19. The district has reported over 1,000 cases of the virus in the past two weeks.

These are just a few of the top stories from Montana This Morning for August 1, 2023. For more news, visit the Montana This Morning website or tune in to the show on KTVQ.