CERT - Cascade County, Montana

08/03/2026

08/01/2026

07/31/2026

Red Flag warning in effect from 2 pm Saturday to 9 pm Sunday for the region. The impact will be difficulty containing any new and existing fires. Temperatures will be hottest on Saturday ranging from 100 to 110. Although a dry cold front will arrive Saturday night and bring slightly cooler temperatures, gusty winds and low relative humidity will maintain critical fire weather conditions through Sunday evening. Minimum relative humidity during this time period will be as low as 8%. West winds will be up to 15-25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. Along the Rocky Mountain Front, west winds will be up to 30-40 mph and have gusts up to 60 mph. Additionally, there is the potential for isolated gusts up to 75 mph along the Rocky Mountain Front.

07/31/2026

Going to be EXTREMELY HOT Saturday. Please pay close attention for any heat related illnesses and stress. Seek medical attention immediately.

07/31/2026

Going to be EXTREMELY hot Saturday. Please pay close attention to the symptoms of any heat related illnesses and seek medical attention immediately.

Plan ahead for extreme heat this weekend. Stay hydrated, and people and pets should limit time outdoors. Fire danger will also be high. Check for local restrictions in your area and avoid activities that could spark a fire.

07/28/2026

As temperatures continue to rise, don't forget one of the simplest ways to stay healthy this summer: stay hydrated.

Whether you're spending the day outdoors or soaking up the sunshine, now is the perfect time to put those reusable water bottles to good use.

The CDC recommends drinking at least 8 ounces of water for every 20 minutes of outdoor activity to help replace the fluids your body loses in the heat. Pregnant women are especially susceptible to dehydration, making it even more important to drink plenty of water throughout the day.

Have fun, enjoy the sunshine, and remember to keep yourself as cool and hydrated as possible!

07/27/2026

By Tuesday afternoon, the Rapid Refresh Forecast System (RRFS) smoke model shows areas of heavy smoke covering much of the western half of the state from domestic and regional wildfires.

Source: HRRR-smoke

Montana DEQ has issued an air quality alert for Blaine, Cascade, Chouteau, Deer Lodge, Fergus, Glacier, Granite, Hill, Judith Basin, Lake, Lewis and Clark, Liberty, Missoula, Petroleum, Pondera, Powell, Ravalli, Silver Bow, Teton, Toole, Phillips counties. The alert expires at 9AM on 07/28/2026.

A handful of new wildfire starts across Montana are contributing to smoky skies over much of the state. An Air Quality Alert continues for several counties in the state through early Tuesday morning.

Conditions can change quickly as weather could stimulate active fires and the likelihood of new starts increases. Please keep track of concentrations at todaysair.mtdeq.us or the Fire and Smoke Map.

07/25/2026

07/24/2026

Temperatures will be high through this weekend. Follow these safety tips to beat the heat. Stay hydrated and limit outdoor activity. Know the symptoms of heat-related illness and learn what actions to take. https://www.cdc.gov/niosh/heat-stress/about/illnesses.html

07/24/2026

🌞Its going to HOT over the next several days!🌞

🌡 Extreme heat can become dangerous quickly, especially for older adults, young children, outdoor workers, athletes, and people with certain health conditions.

Help protect yourself and those around you:

💧Drink plenty of water, even if you don’t feel thirsty.
😓Limit strenuous outdoor activity during the hottest part of the day.
👕Wear lightweight, light-colored clothing.
👴👵Check on neighbors, friends, and family members who may be more vulnerable.
🐕Never leave children or pets in a parked vehicle. Not even for a few minutes!

Know the warning signs of heat illness.🤒

Heavy sweating, weakness, dizziness, headache, nausea, or muscle cramps may be signs of HEAT EXHAUSTION.

Confusion, fainting, seizures, or a very high body temperature may indicate HEAT STROKE, a life-threatening emergency. Call 9-1-1 immediately.

Stay cool, stay hydrated, and take the heat seriously.

A quick check-in with someone you care about could make all the difference.