MISSOULA, Mont. — Fire investigators are asking anyone with information about three fires that started in the Ninemile area over the weekend to contact Forest Service Law Enforcement at 406-329-4814.

The following was sent by the US Forest Service:

Firefighters from the Ninemile Ranger District on the Lolo National Forest and the Frenchtown Rural Fire Department responded to three fires in the same area over the weekend. The fires were all located about seven miles northwest of Ninemile and a half mile north of Ninemile Road on National Forest lands.

The Kennedy Fire was reported early Monday morning. The fire is estimated to be 16 acres in size. Firefighters have set up a bulldozer line around the perimeter and are continuing to improve containment.

The Ninemile Road Fire was reported Sunday morning and has been contained to 1.32 acres. Firefighters were able to get a bulldozer line around the perimeter and lay down hoses to aid in the cleanup.

The Kreis fire was reported Saturday night and is currently estimated at 28.3 acres with a bulldozer line around it. A helicopter was used for two fuel cycles to help stop forward spread. The initial attack took place Saturday night with assistance from the Frenchtown Rural Fire Department. Smoke from this fire will be visible for the next few days.

Anyone with information about the fires or suspicious activity in the area is encouraged to contact Forest Service Law Enforcement at 406-329-4814.