Billings Incinerator Penalty and Shelter Crisis | Bozeman News

Billings faces a $5,000 penalty after its animal control incinerator repeatedly failed to meet air quality standards, leading to a dangerous meth-burning incident that hospitalized 14 shelter staff. The state found 35 Clean Air Act violations, including temperature failures and bypassed pollution controls, prompting the city to agree to fixes and a compliance plan to avoid a steeper fine. The Yellowstone Valley Animal Shelter, forced to relocate and operate at reduced capacity, says the state’s findings confirm their decision to leave the building. Until the city gets environmental approval to restart the incinerator, it’s exploring alternatives like the Montana Highway Patrol’s facility, while officials vow to overhaul internal procedures — all while the shelter presses on, determined to care for animals amid the chaos. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/7acc8171f6aec483