Letter to the editor: Don't let scammers take advantage of your support for Montana's volunteer firefighters

Here in Montana, we understand the dangers of wildfires and structure fires, especially in rural areas. We appreciate the men and women who lay their lives on the line to protect us, and we know that the majority of them are volunteers.

So when the phone rings and the caller asks for assistance for Montana’s firefighters, our first instinct is to say yes.

Unfortunately, that is just what the scammers are counting on. The Montana State Fire Chiefs’ Association is so grateful for Montanans’ backing but wants to make sure your dollars are going to the local volunteers you want to sup...