Follow the steps to fill out the form effectively

1. Click ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the form and open it in the editor.
2. Begin by entering the incident name and unique fire ID at the top of Page 1. This identifies the specific event being reported.
3. Fill out the incident information section, including the location, section, latitude, township, range, longitude, ownership, estimated start date and time, reported date and time, wind speed/direction, relative humidity, and the physical address of the incident.
4. Indicate what burned and the total acres affected in the designated fields to provide an accurate assessment of the incident's impact.
5. Complete the reporting party name and address section, providing contact information for the individual or agency reporting the incident.
6. In the person information section, use the provided codes to classify each individual's role in relation to the incident (victim, witness, suspect, tenant/owner) and complete their personal details, including name, sex, hair color, driver license/ID number, eye color, height, weight, date of birth, and address.
7. Describe any suppression efforts made before the arrival of firefighters, specify by whom and what tools were used, to document initial actions taken.
8. Select the specific cause category from the provided options, detailing further any permit conditions related to the incident.
9. Provide a narrative explaining the specific fire cause and any statutes or ordinances that may have been violated during the event.
10. Answer questions regarding property damage, whether photos were taken, and insurance details. Include information about suppression costs and any actions taken related to the incident.
11. List any additional supplemental documents attached, such as maps, diagrams, or notes that support the report.
12. Finally, review the completed form for accuracy, ensuring all fields are filled as required, and then save changes, download, print, or share the form as necessary.

Complete your MT DNRC F-1004 form online to ensure accurate reporting and compliance.