Big Timber Volunteer Fire Department

07/13/2026

07/08/2026

07/03/2026

Lori IS a rockstar!

Our June calendar model is Lori Thompson from Sweetgrass County. Thank you Lori for being a rockstar dispatcher!
Thank you also to photographer Riley Norskog for this great photo!

06/22/2026

The lone fire truck stalks it's prey, patiently waiting for the smaller flames to wander away from the herd.

05/16/2026

UPDATE: The Grey Fire burning 3 miles east of Greycliff has grown to 197 acres and is now 15% contained. More than 100 personnel are on scene, supported by 15 engines, 2 dozers, 2 tenders and a Type 2 helicopter.

The southeast edge of the fire remains the most active area. Yesterday's winds carried embers into dry vegetation, creating uneven burn patterns crews are working to fill in. Fire behavior today is expected to remain moderate with continued smoldering and torching in heavier fuels. Smoke will remain visible over the coming days.

There is a high chance of rain between Saturday night and Monday, though wind gusts of 30-40 mph are also expected and will be monitored closely.

A Temporary Flight Restriction is in place over the fire area. Unauthorized aircraft — including drones — are prohibited and pose a serious safety risk to crews.
The public is asked to continue avoiding the area. We will share updates as they become available.

Information and photo courtesy of Carmen Borchelt, Community Preparedness & Fire Prevention Specialist, Montana DNRC Southern Land Office.

05/15/2026

Big Timber Volunteer Fire Department would like to give a Big Thank You to the American Legion and Dan Smart for donating 50 burgers to the firemen on the Old Boulder Rd, Wednesday May 13th. The firemen are very thankful for the support they receive from our community.

05/15/2026

04/07/2026

Winds will increase Tuesday afternoon as a cold front moves across the region. Conditions will be warm and dry ahead of the front, leading to elevated grass fire concerns. Light scattered showers, and a low chance (10-30%) for thunderstorms, will follow behind the front.