Laramie County Fire Dist. #4, Carpenter, Wy

08/14/2026

08/14/2026

🚨 FLOODING ALERT & PUBLIC SAFETY NOTICE 🚨

Please be advised that severe flooding has impacted several County Roads, and parts of US 30.

🚫 DO NOT DRIVE THROUGH:
Avoid the area completely unless absolutely necessary.
🚒 FIRE DEPARTMENT UPDATE:
Crews cannot assist with draining or pumping the floodwaters.
🆘 EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE:
We are fully available and ready to respond if someone becomes stuck or needs rescued.
🛑 Stay safe and stay back from flooded roadways!

08/07/2026

Laramie County Fire District #4 is Looking to get a Request for Proposal for Station #1 Remodel

Request for Proposal

Laramie County Fire District #4 is asking for Request for Proposal (RFP) to Remodel Station #1 located at 4832 Main , Carpenter, Wy 82054. We are asking for a Design/Build style Proposals. If you are Interested in giving us a Proposal please reach out to Fire Chief Cy Thorup @ 307-Three One Six-1313

Walk Through: August 11th, 2026 @ 6:00 PM
Deadline for Bids: September 11th, 2026
Selection of Bidder & Contract Award: September 16th, 2026

All Proposals must be submitted to Chief Cy Thorup at [email protected]

08/02/2026

July

July started out with a bang for us celebrating the
“250th Celebration of our Independence!” 🇺🇸

The month of July has been a steady one for joint operations and we had a joint training with LCFD #5 for farm safety. It was very educational and very informative! 🚜🚒

Thank you LCFD #5 for a great partnership!

Training:
Farm Safety

“Member Spot Light”

Josh Hoyt

Josh has been with the department for about 5 years and joined the crew during a Back-to-School Open House after Steve asked him to sign up. Steve had told Scotty Josh was someone who could safely and properly handle the old manual tenders and big trucks. The board was there at the time and they put Josh right on the department but he was already a familiar face around the station, always helping Beth out whenever things needed to get done.

Thank you Josh for your service.

Safety Tip:

As wildfires burn across parts of the western United States, including in parts of Wyoming, wildfire smoke continues to be a hazard for communities. Wildfire smoke is a mix of gases and particles from burning trees, plants, buildings and other materials that can be hazardous to human health in large concentrations.

Follow these tips to stay safe in smoke-heavy or poor air quality conditions:
Unless it is very hot outside, keep indoor air clean by closing windows and doors to prevent outside smoke from getting in.
Use a portable air cleaner to keep air inside clean.
If you have a central air conditioning system, use high efficiency filters to capture fine particles from the smoke. If your system has a fresh air intake, set the system to recirculate mode or close the outdoor intake damper.
If you're in your car, set the air to recirculate.
Avoid using anything that burns, such as candles, fireplaces and gas stoves. Avoid activities like smoking or vacuuming which can kick up dust.

Monitor local weather and fires near you. Sign up for free emergency alerts from your local government. Follow air quality alert information if one is issued for your area.
Pay attention to any health symptoms if you have asthma, COPD, heart disease, or are pregnant. Get medical help if you need it.

08/02/2026

Our "250th 4th of July" started out extra warm with a joint operation fire in Pine. Thanks to the rapid mobilization of several departments, we were able to coordinate effectively and keep the situation controlled. The heart of the community truly shone through as several neighbors and landowners stepped up with water and supplies. It's a wonderful reminder of what makes our little communities so special and resilient. We wrapped up the evening on stand by enjoying a beautiful fireworks display put on by LCFD #5!

07/23/2026

Laramie County Fire Dist. #4, Carpenter, Wy will be having a special Board Meeting Wednesday July 29th at 7pm. This meeting will be at Station 1 at 4832 main st in Carpenter. This meeting will be about the upcoming face-lift of Station 1.

07/13/2026

July 12th, 3PM - The only way to describe the upcoming week is as follows: hot, dry, and breezy. Daily high temperatures will be in the upper-80s to low-100s everyday this week, with highly isolated (~15%) chances for showers over the the mountains. Elevated fire danger is expected everyday as hot temperatures combine with dry and breezy conditions. Overnight lows will be relatively warm, compared to what is usually seen across the region. Overnight lows will struggle to drop below the 55-60 mark, with most places seeing overnight lows in the 60s and 70s. Use caution this week as outdoor burning is not recommended and very hot temperatures could lead to heat-related illnesses. Take the time to cool off and check on your neighbors, especially those more vulnerable to heat-related issues.

07/10/2026

🚨Important Neighborhood Weather & Fire Safety Alert🚨
Heads up, everyone: we are heading into some very warm weather starting tomorrow.
🚩Red Flag Watch: Saturday 12:00 PM – Sunday 8:00 PM (High fire risk)
🥵Heat Advisory: Saturday 12:00 PM – Monday 9:00 PM (Extreme heat)
Please be extra cautious and avoid any outdoor activities that could spark a fire (like mowing dry grass or using outdoor flames). Make sure you, your family, and your pets stay hydrated to prevent heat exhaustion. Check in on our elderly neighbors if you can! Stay safe and cool this weekend.

07/04/2026

Laramie County Fire District #4 wishes everyone a joyful and safe commemoration of the 250th Independence Day.

07/03/2026

June

What a great start to the summer we have had!

We had had some excellent trainings. However, the highlight of our month by far was being able to get out in the community and join Laramie County Fire District #6 and welcome back our Burns High School Boys 4 x400 Track Team!
They took a great win at the 2026 Nike International!
It was so awesome to see the community come together and celebrate this team’s historic achievement. They truly put the little town of Burns and the state of Wyoming on the map!

Training:
Ladder Training and Pump Operations

“Member Spot Light”

Jordan Langlois

Jordan has been on the department a few years and chose this field of service to be able to help out the community. He appreciates the opportunities it provides to be able to collaborate through mutual aid, and assist other districts for wildfire deployments.

Thank you Jordan for your Service.

Safety Tip:

Planning to celebrate the 250th Fourth of July?
That’s Great!
Follow these firework safety tips:
-Never use fireworks while under the influence of alcohol or drugs
-Be aware of your surroundings. Use fireworks outdoors away from dry grass, buildings, vehicles, and overhead power lines
-Never attempt to relight a dud
-Once you are done with fireworks and or sparklers, soak them in a bucket of water for 20 minutes before disposing of them
-Keep a supply of water nearby
-Keep fireworks away from children, pets, and any flammable materials

Remember your hands, your eye sight, and your life are worth more than a few seconds of entertainment. Make smart decisions, look out for one another, and ensure everyone goes home safely. Celebrate the holiday not a trip to the emergency room or a visit from your local fire department.

🎇 Have a Happy & Safe 4th of July 🎆
❤️🤍💙