Bayfield County Emergency Management

06/10/2026

Bayfield and Ashland Counties are under a Severe Thunderstorm Watch until at least 7pm tonight.

According to US National Weather Service Duluth Minnesota:

Several rounds of thunderstorms are expected this afternoon and evening, with numerous severe storms possible. All severe weather hazards are possible, including large to very large hail, damaging
wind gusts, tornadoes, and locally heavy rainfall.

The peak severe weather threat will be through around 7 PM with some lingering storms through around midnight.

05/04/2026

“Prepared you must be… or in the dark, you will sit.”

Storm coming? Power outage? Unexpected chaos? Don’t be caught like a stormtrooper with bad aim. Stock your emergency kit, charge your devices, and have a plan.

Stay safe, stay ready… and may your snacks be plentiful and your batteries fully charged. ✨

04/28/2026

Looking for a rewarding career that directly serves the local community? We're hiring part-time dispatchers! Follow the link below to learn more and apply today:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/bayfieldco/jobs/5230474/part-time-911-dispatcher

04/19/2026

We're opening the EOC back up until midnight to charge phones and get warm!

117 E 6th Street, Washburn, WI

Bayfield County Government
City of Washburn, WI Government

04/19/2026

We're opening the EOC back up until midnight to charge phones and get warm!

117 E 6th Street, Washburn, WI

Bayfield County Government
City of Washburn, WI Government

Need to charge your devices or use a public restroom? 🔌🚻
The Emergency Operations Center at 117 E. 6th Street in Washburn is open until 10 p.m. tonight for anyone who needs access to power.

Bayfield County Government

04/18/2026

Need to charge your devices or use a public restroom? 🔌🚻
The Emergency Operations Center at 117 E. 6th Street in Washburn is open until 10 p.m. tonight for anyone who needs access to power.

Bayfield County Government

04/17/2026

We need your damage reports! If you have reports of damage in Bayfield County, please comment with your photos and locations below, or email them to [email protected].

Bayfield County Highway Department
Bayfield County Government
US National Weather Service Duluth Minnesota

04/08/2026

Spring in the Northwoods means rising wildfire risk. Conditions can change quickly as the snowpack melts and grasses dry out. Let’s work together to keep Bayfield County safe this spring!
Please remember:
• Most spring wildfires start from debris burning;
• Check the WI DNR daily burning restrictions before lighting anything;
• Consider alternatives like chipping, composting, or using a brush disposal site; and
• If you see smoke or fire where it shouldn’t be, call 911 immediately!

04/02/2026

🚨 Road Conditions Update 🚨

While plow crews are actively working in many areas, ice and snow continue to build up on roadways, creating hazardous driving conditions.
Please use caution if you must travel.

Give plow operators plenty of space to work safely
Conditions can change quickly—stay alert and drive safe. 🚗❄️

The below photo is of US Highway 2 near Ino.
Bayfield County Highway Department

03/19/2026

The transition from winter to spring can bring some pretty big storms to Bayfield County. Sometimes snow, sometimes rain--and often both! We often get asked, what's the difference between a storm watch and a storm warning? Here’s a quick refresher:

• Watch: Conditions are favorable for severe weather. Stay alert.
• Warning: Severe weather is happening or imminent. Take action immediately.

Being able to recognize these alerts helps you respond quickly when storms roll in!