Madison County Emergency Management / Fire Warden

05/29/2026

https://www.kbzk.com/news/local-news/montana-plans-controlled-burn-near-virginia-city-this-weekend-to-reduce-wildfire-risk

Montana DNRC plans a controlled burn Saturday and Sunday near Virginia City to reduce wildfire risk on state trust land.

05/20/2026

Not the average morning call — emergency crews responded near Norris Hot Springs on Hwy 84, approximately mile marker 1, after a vehicle left the roadway and came to rest on the roof of a garage. One individual was transported to the hospital for evaluation. Responding agencies included Madison County Sheriff’s Office, Harrison Volunteer Fire, Montana Highway Patrol, Madison County Emergency Management, and Madison Valley EMS. The incident remains under investigation by Montana Highway Patrol. Thank you to all responding personnel for their coordinated response and teamwork.

05/17/2026

05/16/2026

*** REMINDER ***Multi-Agency Training Exercise Planned Saturday, May 16, 2026!!! ***Ennis / Cameron Area***

Multi-Agency Training Exercise Planned for Saturday, May 16, 2026!!! ***Ennis / Cameron Area***

05/15/2026

Multi-Agency Training Exercise Planned for Saturday, May 16, 2026!!! ***Ennis / Cameron Area***

05/13/2026

SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING for Northern Madison and central Beaverhead counties until 3:00 PM MDT.
At 2:12 PM, a severe thunderstorm was located 8 miles east of Dillon, moving northeast at 45 mph.
70 mph wind gusts possible.
Impacted locations include Dillon, Sheridan, Twin Bridges, Alder, Pony, Silver Star, Harrison, Melrose, Bannack, Laurin, Waterloo, Glen, and Bannack State Park.

SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING for Northern Madison and central Beaverhead counties until 3:00 PM MDT.

At 2:12 PM, a severe thunderstorm was located 8 miles east of Dillon, moving northeast at 45 mph.

70 mph wind gusts possible.

Impacted locations include Dillon, Sheridan, Twin Bridges, Alder, Pony, Silver Star, Harrison, Melrose, Bannack, Laurin, Waterloo, Glen, and Bannack State Park.

https://nbcmontana.com/weather/forecasts/cold-front-brings-strong-winds-and-storms-colder-weather-to-end-the-week

05/12/2026

***Burning has been closed immediately due to a High Wind Watch and a Red Flag Warning***

05/12/2026

Please be very careful!!!

Elevated fire to critical fire weather conditions develop Wednesday afternoon amid hot, dry, and breezy to windy conditions. There will also be gusty showers and thunderstorms that race northeastward in the afternoon and evening, mostly impacting north-central and southwest MT. Be sure to avoid actions that may cause sparks and be ready to take shelter from storms if outdoors.

05/12/2026

Very warm, dry, and breezy to windy conditions will bring elevated to critical fire weather conditions on Wednesday, especially for the drier southwest and northeastern MT. There will also be gusty showers and thunderstorms that move from southwest to northeast in the afternoon and evening. Be mindful of the dry conditions and avoid activity involving sparks or open flames.