Weston County Emergency Management

10/06/2026

Update: The Schenk prescribed fire has been CANCELLED due to weather conditions falling outside the approved prescription. This deliberate decision was made because current conditions would prevent us from meeting our operational objectives. We will continue to monitor the forecast and will reschedule when conditions support safe and effective implementation.

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The Schenk prescribed fire is planned for Thursday, October 8, pending all required approvals. Operations will not commence unless conditions are favorable to implement this burn safely and effectively. The Schenk project is located roughly 5 miles southwest of Jewel Cave National Monument. https://www.fs.usda.gov/r02/blackhills/newsroom/releases/prescribed-fire-notification

10/06/2026

PUBLIC SAFETY ALERT: Explosive Devices!!!!

09/24/2026

Isolated to scattered showers and storms are possible Friday due to southwest flow aloft but a passing trough will bring better chances for rain and storms late Sunday into early next week. Daily high temperatures will be above normal through the weekend with more seasonal temps likely next week.

09/23/2026

This is exciting and so thankful for Erin and the Extension Office for taking this on and helping with this project.

Introducing the Weston County Livestock Emergency Response Team (LERT)!

Emergencies don't wait for the right time. Wildfires, severe storms, transportation accidents, and other disasters can impact livestock operations with little warning.

That's why Weston County Emergency Management and UW Extension – Weston County are partnering to create the Weston County Livestock Emergency Response Team (LERT).

Our goal is simple:
✅ Connect local resources
✅ Build relationships before emergencies happen
✅ Improve livestock emergency preparedness
✅ Support producers when they need it most

We're currently building an interest list of individuals, businesses, and organizations that would like to stay informed, attend trainings, and learn how they can assist during livestock emergencies.

Whether you're a livestock producer, veterinarian, livestock hauler, equipment owner, volunteer, or simply someone who wants to help, we'd love to hear from you.

📱 Scan the QR code or visit https://forms.gle/4bJ6XfW1nt6iMyw29 to join the interest list today.

Together, we can build a stronger, more prepared Weston County.

09/23/2026

These rigs carry someone’s loved ones (even when there isn’t a patient inside). These occupants have already sacrificed so much in order to be afforded the privilege to be there on someone else’s worst day. They shouldn’t have to worry about their own safety while performing those duties. Unfortunately, they do. Other peoples’ unsafe actions put them at risk far more often than is acceptable. Please be vigilant and have patience when around emergency vehicles of any kind. Everyone just wants to go home safe.

09/22/2026

https://www.facebook.com/NorthEastWyomingAdvocacyResourceCenter

Check out my friends at North East Wyoming Advocacy Resource Center-NEWARC. Great support and great people.

NEWARC supports individuals and families in Crook & Weston Counties impacted by domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking. We offer free, confidential advocacy, safety planning, resources, and prevention education—without judgment.

09/21/2026

More than 9,700 passenger vehicle occupants killed in crashes were not wearing seat belts in 2024.

Buckling up only takes a second — and it could save your life!

09/21/2026

09/19/2026

Possible weather heading our way. Rain with winds 60 to 70 mph.

09/10/2026

Quick and easy way to sign up for the Weston County Emergency Alerts with RAVE.

Go to https://www.westongov.com/homeland-security/ and scroll down until you see RAVE/smart911 and just click on it! It will take you right where you need to go. You can create an account, determine what type of alerts you want etc. Please make sure you click on the Emergency Alerts, or you won't get anything but maybe and empty phone call, you can also determine what type of weather alerts you want.

Thanks

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