Weston County Fire Protection District

09/08/2026

September 7, 2026

Elk Fire: At approximately 7:45 a.m. Weston County and Black Hills National Forest resources responded to a fire on the northern end of Elk Mountain. The fire was quickly contained at 1/10 acre. Resources responding included 4 engines, 1 squad with UTV, 2 tenders, 1 dozer and 1 command unit with UTV.

Then about 1:45 this afternoon, Weston County resources responded to a report of smoke on the lower end of Salt Creek Road. An illegal controlled burn was found and extinguished by 1 engine and 1 command unit with UTV.

09/04/2026

Another Red Flag Warning for Friday!

A Red Flag Warning is in effect for parts of Wyoming, Montana, and far northwestern South Dakota for late Friday morning to Friday evening (9/4). South winds at 10-20 mph with gusts to 30 mph and relative humidity as low as 8% is expected. The result will be critical fire weather conditions. Don’t burn outdoors, drive over dry grass, or throw ci******es out of a vehicle. Don’t be an ignition source.

09/02/2026

Red Flag Warning for tomorrow, September 3rd.

08/30/2026

August 29, 2026

Stockade Fire: Weston County, U.S. Wildland Fire Service (BLM), and Black Hills National Forest resources responded to a grass fire approximately 7 miles SE of Newcastle along the railroad tracks. The fire was quickly contained at 0.23 acres. Responding resources included 8 engines, 3 tenders, 1 dozer, 1 blade, and 1 command unit with UTV.

08/26/2026

August 25, 2026

Case Hill Fire: Weston County, U.S. Wildland Fire Service (BLM), Thunder Basin National Grassland and Wyoming State Forestry Division resources responded to a fire on the upper end of Skull Creek Road. The fire was mapped at 6.4 acres. Resources responding included 13 engines, 4 tenders, 1 Fire District dozer, 1 Perino dozer, 1 Perino blade, 4 UTVs, 1 Type 3 helicopter, 2 SEAT planes, 1 air attack and the Pronghorn Mod. Mop-up activities will continue tomorrow.

08/24/2026

🔥🚨This article, about the volunteer fire service, is a first-hand account of giving and receiving from a neighbor across the state line in South Dakota – same story rings true here in Weston County. Recently, we’ve had several inquiries on how best to help - we’ve had several donations of water and Gatorade, so we are doing well there. If you’d still be interested in supporting the Fire Department, you may use the link below to make a cash contribution to our donation account that will be used to help purchase needed supplies including food, personal protective gear, tools and even new equipment.

Every contribution helps ensure our firefighters have what they need to respond safely and effectively. Our volunteers take time away from their jobs, families, and daily responsibilities to help neighbors and friends during emergencies. Your support is a meaningful way to give back to those who give so much for us. If you are able, please consider making a donation today. Together, we can keep our volunteer fire department equipped, prepared, and ready to respond when the call comes in. 🚒🚒

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It was a small pillar when I first saw it. Smoke. On the horizon. Not unusual in ranch country. But questionable this time of year, in these drier than

08/20/2026

8/19/2026

Salt Creek Fire: Weston County, Black Hills National Forest and Wyoming State Forestry Division resources responded to a timber fire East of Newcastle. The fire was contained at approximately 1 acre by 11 engines, 3 tenders, 2 dozers and 4 command units.

08/18/2026

August 16, 2026

Weston County resources responded to a smoke report between Osage and Upton on the North side of Hwy 16. An illegal open burn was located in Osage and extinguished. A total of 4 engines, 2 tenders, 1 blade and 2 command units responded.

Weston County and Black Hills National Forest resources then responded to two smoke reports between Salt Creek Road and the Flying V. After searching the area it was determined to be water dogs following the rain in the area. Resources responding included 9 engines, 2 tenders, 1 dozer and 1 command unit.

August 17, 2026

Weston County and Black Hills National Forest resources responded to a smoke report near Wildcat Peak on Elk Mountain. It was determined to be a false alarm - a total of 7 engines, 3 tenders, 1 dozer, 3 command units and 1 helicopter responded.

Graham Draw Fire: Rural Weston County resources responded to a grass fire just south of the Weston/Niobrara County line. The fire was contained at 2.2 acres.

Horseshoe Bend Fire: Weston County, Niobrara County and Thunder Basin National Grassland resources responded to a fire along the Cheyenne River just south of the Weston/Niobrara County line. The fire was contained at 0.67 acres. Initial responding resources included 16 engines, 3 tenders, 1 dozer, 2 blades and 2 command units.

08/13/2026

Congratulations Rob - thank you for your service!!

08/12/2026

August 11, 2026

Radio Fire: Weston County and U.S. Wildland Fire Service (BLM) resources responded to a grass fire near Mondell Airport just west of Newcastle. The fire was quickly contained at about 1/10 acre. Resources responding included 11 engines, 3 UTVs, 2 tenders, 2 command units, 1 Fire District dozer, 1 Fire District blade as well as 2 Perino Blade Service, LLC blades.