Sweetwater County CERT

Sweetwater County CERT 🚨 Sweetwater County Community Emergency Response Team (SC-CERT)
Trained volunteers. Ready to respond. Serving our community when it matters most.

Disaster response • Emergency preparedness • Community resilience This page is for the use of the Sweetwater County CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) volunteers and anyone who would like to learn more about preparedness. The CERT is the umbrella for our various vounteer groups and as such information for any of the Sweetwater County Emergency Management volunteer groups is welcome and encouraged on this site.

08/28/2026

WEEKEND WEATHER ALERT — SHOWERS & THUNDERSTORMS

Showers and thunderstorms are expected across much of Wyoming through the weekend. 🌧️

⚠️ Flooding Concern: Periods of heavy rainfall could lead to localized flooding, with the greatest concern across western Wyoming.

⛈️ Strong to Severe Storms: Some storms could become strong to severe, particularly across southwestern Wyoming on Saturday, bringing the potential for strong winds, hail, and heavy rainfall.

Stay weather aware, monitor local forecasts, and never drive through a flooded roadway.

08/10/2026

200 PM MDT Mon Aug 10 2026
..RED FLAG WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MDT THIS
EVENING...
..RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 9 PM MDT TUESDAY...

The National Weather Service in Riverton has issued a Red Flag
Warning, which is in effect from noon to 9 PM MDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS: Low Humidities...Hot Temperatures...Strong Gusty
Winds...and Dry Thunderstorms with gusty and erratic outflow
winds could cause erratic fire behavior.

* AFFECTED AREA:
In Southwest WY Fire Zone....279.
In West Central WY Fire Zone....278.

* COUNTIES AFFECTED:
In Southwest WY...Sweetwater.
In West Central WY...Lincoln...Sublette.

* WIND: West 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph.

* THUNDERSTORMS: Lightning and outflow wind gusts to 60 mph will be
possible through Monday afternoon.

* HUMIDITY: As low as 14 percent.

* TEMPERATURES: Highs in the middle 80s to near 90 degrees.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions are
either occurring now....or will shortly. A combination of strong
winds...low relative humidity...and warm temperatures can
contribute to extreme fire behavior.

08/09/2026

🚨 ***IMPORTANT NOTICE***🚨

If you receive the emergency alert message below, please disregard the message.

The alert was intended for Fremont County, not Sweetwater County.

Sweetwater County did not issue the evacuation alert. Residents are safe, and no action is needed at this time.

🚦 READY • SET • GO — Know the Difference

While there is no evacuation order for Sweetwater County at this time, residents should understand the -Ready, Set, Go - evacuation terminology:

🟢 READY – Be prepared. have an emergency kit ready, keep your vehicle fueled, and know where you would go if an evacuation becomes necessary.

🟡 SET – Be prepared to leave. Conditions may be changing. Gather your family, pets, medications, important documents, and other essential items. Monitor official emergency notifications and be ready to evacuate.

🔴 GO – Evacuate immediately. Follow official evacuation instructions, use designated routes, and do not delay.

Sweetwater County Office of Emergency Management

08/07/2026

Lincoln and Uinta Counties/Lower Elevations-
Upper Green River Basin/Rock Springs BLM-
Sweetwater County/Rock Springs BLM/Flaming Gorge NRA-
Granite/Green/Ferris/Rattlesnake Mountains-

1227 PM MDT Fri Aug 7 2026
..RED FLAG WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MDT THIS
EVENING.....RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM SATURDAY TO 9 PM MDT
SUNDAY...

The National Weather Service in Riverton has issued a Red Flag
Warning, which is in effect from 11 AM Saturday to 9 PM MDT
Sunday.

* IMPACTS: Low Humidities and Strong Gusty Winds could cause
erratic fire behavior.

* AFFECTED AREA:
In Central WY Fire Zone....289.
In Southwest WY Fire Zones...277...279.
In West Central WY Fire Zone....278.

* COUNTIES AFFECTED:
In Central WY...Fremont...Natrona.
In Southwest WY...Sweetwater...Uinta.
In West Central WY...Lincoln...Sublette.

* WIND: West 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph.

* HUMIDITY: As low as 8 percent. Humidity recovery each night will
remain below 40 percent.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions are
either occurring now....or will shortly. A combination of strong
winds...low relative humidity...and warm temperatures can
contribute to extreme fire behavior.

08/07/2026

🔥 HOT, DRY & SMOKY CONDITIONS CONTINUE🔥

Another hot and smoky day is expected across western and central Wyoming.

⚠️ Critical fire weather is likely across southern Wyoming, with elevated fire weather conditions elsewhere. Similar conditions are expected to continue through the weekend.

🚨 Sweetwater County remains under Stage 1 Fire Restrictions🚨

That means now is the time to be especially careful with anything that could start a wildfire.

If you are recreating outdoors:

• Know and follow the current fire restrictions.
• Make sure campfires are completely extinguished and cold to the touch.
• Avoid activities that could create sparks or open flames.
• Check your vehicle, trailer, and equipment for anything that could ignite dry vegetation.

Hot + dry + wind + receptive fuels = rapid fire growth.

Don't be the reason the next smoke column goes up.

🔥Prevent the fire before we have to fight it🔥

08/05/2026

Lincoln and Uinta Counties/Lower Elevations-
Upper Green River Basin/Rock Springs BLM-
Sweetwater County/Rock Springs BLM/Flaming Gorge

148 AM MDT Wed Aug 5 2026

🚩RED FLAG WARNING 🚩IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 9 PM MDT THIS
EVENING...

The National Weather Service in Riverton has issued a Red Flag
Warning, which is in effect from noon today to 9 PM MDT this
evening.

* IMPACTS: Low Humidities and Strong Gusty Winds could cause
erratic fire behavior.

* AFFECTED AREA:
In Southwest WY Fire Zones...277...279.
In West Central WY Fire Zone....278.

* COUNTIES AFFECTED:
In Southwest WY...Sweetwater...Uinta.
In West Central WY...Lincoln...Sublette.

* WIND: West 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph.

* HUMIDITY: As low as 6 percent.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions are
either occurring now....or will shortly. A combination of strong
winds...low relative humidity...and warm temperatures can
contribute to extreme fire behavior.

08/01/2026

Lincoln and Uinta Counties/Lower Elevations-
Upper Green River Basin/Rock Springs BLM-
Sweetwater County/Rock Springs BLM/Flaming Gorge NRA-
Granite/Green/Ferris/Rattlesnake Mountains-

128 PM MDT Sat Aug 1 2026
..🚩🚩🚩RED FLAG WARNING 🚩🚩🚩IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM SUNDAY TO 9 PM MDT MONDAY...

The National Weather Service in Riverton has issued a Red Flag
Warning, which is in effect from 1 PM Sunday to 9 PM MDT Monday.
the Fire Weather Watch is no longer in effect.

* IMPACTS: Low Humidities...Hot Temperatures...and Strong Gusty
Winds could cause erratic fire behavior.

* AFFECTED AREA:
In Central WY Fire Zone....289.
In Southwest WY Fire Zones...277...279.
In West Central WY Fire Zone....278.

* COUNTIES AFFECTED:
In Central WY...Fremont...Natrona.
In Southwest WY...Sweetwater...Uinta.
In West Central WY...Lincoln...Sublette.

* WIND: Northwest 10 to 20 mph with gusts to 35 mph.

* HUMIDITY: 5 to 10 percent.

* TEMPERATURES: Highs in the upper 80s and low 90s. Lows in the
upper 50s to low 60s.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions are
either occurring now....or will shortly. A combination of strong
winds...low relative humidity...and warm temperatures can
contribute to extreme fire behavior.

07/31/2026

Cody Foothills-North Bighorn Basin-Southwest Bighorn Basin-
Southeast Bighorn Basin-Northeast Johnson County-Southeast
Johnson County-Jackson Hole-Upper Wind River Basin-Wind River
Basin-Lander Foothills-Green Mountains and Rattlesnake Range-
Natrona County Lower Elevations-Star Valley-Upper Green River
Basin Foothills-Upper Green River Basin-South Lincoln County-Rock
Springs and Green River-Flaming Gorge-East Sweetwater County-
Including the cities of Powell, Lovell, Greybull, Thayne, Ten Sleep,
Basin, Cody, Kaycee, Kemmerer, La Barge, Shoshoni, Riverton, Jeffrey
City, Rock Springs, Clark, Thermopolis, Lander, Worland, Jackson,
Pinedale, Green River, Star Valley Ranch, Big Piney, Alpine, Dubois,
Afton, Cokeville, Buffalo, Wamsutter, Casper, Farson, Meeteetse, and
Shell

1249 AM MDT Fri Jul 31 2026
..HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON SATURDAY TO 10 PM MDT SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Very hot temperatures expected this weekend. Highs from 98
to 105 below 5500 feet, 90 to 98 above 5500 feet.

* WHERE...Portions of central, north central, northwest, south
central, southwest, and west central Wyoming.

* WHEN...From noon Saturday to 10 PM MDT Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat events.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Some locations will not see temperatures fall
below 90 degrees until sunset.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of
the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.

Take extra precautions when outside.
Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing.
Try to limit strenuous activities to late evening.
Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke.

07/30/2026

🎡🎠🍿🎟️ Sweetwater County Fair Traffic Advisory: Nightly Road Closures to Begin Tuesday, July 28 🌽🚜🐄🐖

The Rock Springs Police Department is advising residents and visitors attending the Sweetwater County Fair of temporary traffic changes that will be in effect during the fair to help ensure public safety and improve traffic flow.

Armory Drive:
Closed to eastbound traffic only
5:00 p.m. – Midnight
Begins Tuesday, July 28
***The closure will accommodate increased pedestrian activity and fair operations near the main entrance and carnival area.***

Signal Drive:
Closed between Foothill Boulevard and Yellowstone Road
8:30 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
Nightly during the designated concert period
***This closure will assist with post-concert traffic management and allow for the safe exit of attendees.***

Motorists are encouraged to plan ahead and allow additional travel time during peak fair hours. Drivers should also watch for traffic control devices, follow posted detours, and remain alert for pedestrians in and around the fairgrounds.

The Rock Springs Police Department appreciates the public's patience and cooperation as these temporary traffic measures are implemented to provide a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone attending the Sweetwater County Fair.

For additional updates regarding traffic or public safety during the fair, please monitor official Rock Springs Police Department communication channels.

07/30/2026

Join CISA’s School Safety Task Force and Office for Bombing Prevention for a bomb threat assessment virtual training for K-12 leaders and staff on August 5.

Schools continue to receive more bomb threats than any other sector in the nation and evacuation remains the most common response, even when it may not be the most appropriate action. Gain the knowledge and tools needed to make confident decisions when every minute matters.

Register for a session using the link in the comment section below.

Address

50140 B US Highway 191 S
Rock Springs, WY
82901

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 7pm
Sunday 12pm - 6pm

Telephone

+13079225370

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