Gallatin County Emergency Management

05/30/2026

Gallatin County’s Saddle Peak Fuels Module supported extinguishment of their second fire of 2026 with our partner the Custer Gallatin National Forest today on Mount Ellis.

05/29/2026

***Wildfire Update***
5/29/2026 0930

The Mount Ellis Fire is now 100% contained.

Name: Mount Ellis Fire
Start Date: May 27, 2026
Location: Near the summit of Mount Ellis, southeast of Bozeman, on the Bozeman Ranger District, Custer Gallatin National Forest.

05/28/2026

***Wildfire Start***
5/28/2026 1330
Name: Mount Ellis Fire
Start Date: May 27, 2026
Location: Near the summit of Mount Ellis, southeast of Bozeman, on the Bozeman Ranger District, Custer Gallatin National Forest.
Size: 0.25 acres

Resources are currently hiking in to the fire. Fire activity remains minimal, with smoldering fuels surrounded by rock and snow. Fire spread is unlikely.

05/19/2026

05/15/2026

🔥Prescribed Burn on the Custer Gallatin National Forest🔥
May 15, 2026

📍The Custer Gallatin National Forest fire staff plans to conduct a prescribed burn today, on approximately 34 acres off South Brackett Creek Road ( #631), near the trailhead, in the Bozeman Ranger District. We kindly ask you to stay out of the area for your safety and the safety of our firefighters.

⛅ Current and forecasted weather conditions are favorable for safe operations. Crews will continue to monitor conditions closely throughout burn operations and will monitor the burn area throughout the weekend.

🌲This prescribed burn is part of the North Bridgers Forest Health Project, aimed at enhancing forest stands, reducing fuel loads, and protecting our community. Its goals include:
• Lower fuel loads to prevent high-intensity fires.
• Increase safety for firefighters and the public, reducing risks to property in the Wildland-Urban Interface.
• Improve tree planting conditions by clearing competition and debris.
• Promote aspen regeneration by reducing conifer competition.

💨During operations, smoke and flames may be visible, and smoke could settle in low‑lying areas overnight. Fire officials work closely with the National Weather Service and the Montana Department of Environmental Quality to ensure conditions are favorable and that smoke can disperse appropriately.

Please contact the Bozeman Ranger District with any further questions: (406) 522-2520

05/13/2026

Big Sky Community Notification System test June 5, 2026.

https://www.readygallatin.com/community-notification-test-big-sky/

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05/13/2026

Strong winds throughout SW MT today with some areas having Red Flag warnings

Strong winds will develop across Southwest MT today with gusts up to 60 mph possible. Tonight into Thursday, strong winds look to develop along the Rocky Mountain Front and C/NC MT. Impacts include power outage/tree damage, difficult to dangerous travel for high profile or light weight vehicles, and patchy reduced visibility from blowing dust.

05/10/2026

See you Wednesday at Fort Ellis for an evening of wildfire preparedness!

Don't forget to sign up for this event THIS Wednesday, May 13th! Invite you friends and neighbors & RSVP in the comments.

05/10/2026

See you at the Gallatin Gateway Fire Department wildfire ready night!

Are you wild fire ready? Come join us as we host Gallatin County Emergency Management for a table top discussion about wild fire risk and mitigation for your property.

We will be meeting at the Gateway Fire station, 320 Webb St, Gallatin Gateway, Monday, May 11, at 6 PM. See you there

Stay safe Gateway.

05/08/2026

Join the National Weather Service for severe weather spotter training on May 20th!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScH8n1tsYBgxzq41NQlluEvLkLM1zel4JI4M8oOzwhbADovQQ/viewform