FIRE SAFETY

Fire Adapted Big Sky Wildfire Hub  

Your go-to source for wildfire conditions, emergency info, air quality, and evacuation updates.

Gallatin County Emergency Notification System 

Both residents and visitors are encouraged to sign up to receive alerts about wildfires, road closures, and severe weather. 

Big Sky’s forests, meadows, and mountain air are a huge part of what makes this place unforgettable. But they’re also vulnerable. Preventing wildfires is a shared effort, and it starts with simple, thoughtful actions from every visitor. 

Join us in keeping Big Sky safe by following these tips: 

Respect all fire restrictions. 
Burn bans are in place for a reason. If fires aren’t allowed, don’t light one, no exceptions. 

Use designated fire rings only. 
Stick to established rings at approved campsites. Never build your own. 

Never leave a fire unattended. 
Drown it, stir it, and feel it with the back of your hand. If it’s not cool to the touch, it’s not out-out. 

Avoid fires on windy days. 
Even a small breeze can send embers into dry grass and forest.  

Skip the fireworks. 
National forests do not allow fireworks, and for good reason. They’re not worth the risk, and often prohibited. 

Buy firewood locally. 
Bringing in wood from other areas can carry invasive pests and diseases into our forests. 

 
Report smoke or unattended fires. 
If you see something, say something. Quick action can prevent disaster.