Weston County Fire Protection District

10/08/2026

October 8, 2026
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The National Weather Service in Rapid City SD has issued a Red Flag Warning in effect from 11 AM to 8 PM MDT tomorrow, Friday, October 9, 2026.

* TIMING...From 11 AM to 8 PM MDT Friday.

* WINDS...Southwest winds 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph.

* RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 10 percent.

* IMPACTS...Any fires that develop will spread rapidly. Do NOT Burn.

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.

Be extra cautious and report any smoke or fires by calling 911 immediately!

10/07/2026

October 7, 2026

From the National Weather Service:
Unseasonably warm and dry conditions will continue
for the rest of the week. Afternoon highs will be in the 70s to
near 80 for today and Thursday, warmer 80s to low 90s likely
Friday and Saturday. Humidities will bottom out to around 15 to
25% across the area through Saturday. The warm, dry, and breezy
conditions will lead to widespread elevated to near critical fire
weather concerns across the region, especially Friday and
Saturday.

Please use caution with any outdoor activity that could start a fire!

10/06/2026

Smoke will likely be visible from Weston County - no need to call Dispatch if you see smoke in this area.

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

10/03/2026

October 2, 2026

Schenk Canyon Fire: Weston County resources responded to a request for mutual aid from Custer County Dispatch to a report of a fire on Pass Creek Road. Weston County responded with 3 engines, 1 tender, 1 dozer and 2 command units. First arriving resources canceled our response before arrival.

10/01/2026

Thank you Wyoming State Forestry Division and aviation staff for supporting the Counties! We are grateful for your hard work and dedication...see you next year! 🔥🔥

09/26/2026

Stage 2 Fire Restrictions will remain in effect on all National Forest lands in the Bearlodge and Hell Canyon Ranger Districts on the Black Hills National Forest in the State of Wyoming beginning 12:00 p.m., September 24, 2026. This order supersedes BKF-194-2026 prohibiting the same or similar acts in both Wyoming and South Dakota.

National Forest lands in South Dakota will return to Stage 1 restrictions when this order takes effect.

For more information: https://www.fs.usda.gov/r02/blackhills/alerts/stage-2-fire-restrictions-black-hills-nf-wyoming

09/24/2026

09/21/2026

September 20, 2026

We were able to provide mutual aid to our neighbors at the Custer Volunteer Fire Department with 1 engine and 5 firefighters today for this structure fire.

09/21/2026

September 20, 2026:

Update: Mapped at 14.91 acres.

Home Ranch Fire: Weston County and Wyoming State Forestry Division resources responded to a fire approximately 2 miles NE of Mondell Airport. Despite nearly 2" of rain, the fire grew to approximately 3-5 acres in the old Oil Creek Fire burn scar, reminding us fire season is not over - please continue to use extra caution with any outdoor activity that could start a fire. Responding resources included 4 engines, 2 tenders, 1 dozer and 3 command units. The Wyoming State Smokebusters will staff the fire tomorrow and ensure complete mop-up.