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Buck Ridge ATV Rollover
On August 31st, 2025, at 11:55am, Gallatin County 911 dispatch received a report of an offroad vehicle rollover in the area of Buck Ridge Trail, south of Big Sky, MT. Gallatin County Sheriff’s Office deputies and volunteers of GCSSAR Big Sky Team were dispatched to assist the injured driver. Bystanders were able to provide initial…
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Harmful algal bloom confirmed at Elk Grove Pond – Closure issued
For immediate release: August 29, 2025 A Harmful Algal Bloom (HAB) is present at the Elk Grove Pond in the Elk Grove Subdivision south of Four Corners. This pond is now under a closure advisory. Do not fish, swim, or recreate in the water until further notice. Keep all pets and livestock away from the…
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WIC Public Announcement and Outreach
For Immediate Release: August 29, 2025 Enrolling in the WIC (Women, Infant, Children) program can help with a critical time in pregnancy and early childhood. The WIC program is designed to support the health and well-being through monthly benefits for nutritious food, breastfeeding support, health screenings and referrals, nutrition education, and helping to support vulnerable…
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Hyalite Fire District – Nash Road Wildfire
On August 26th, 2025 at 12:25pm the Hyalite Fire District was dispatched for a report of a wildland fire in the area of 9400 Nash Road. Hyalite Fire responded and arrived on scene to find an approximately one acre wildland fire burning in grass and mixed brush. The fire was threatening several structures including primary…
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Harmful Algal Blooms Confirmed at Hebgen Reservoir – Advisory Issued
For Immediate Release: August 21, 2025 Harmful algal blooms (HABs) are present on Hebgen Reservoir in the Rainbow Point Campground area. Routine monitoring of Hebgen has confirmed the presence of anatoxin-a which poses a risk to people, pets, and livestock. Advisory signs are at public access points in the Rainbow Point Campground area warning the…
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West Fork Fire Update
For immediate release: Aug. 20, 2025 Fire Name: West Fork Fire Location: in the South Madison’s just North of the Beaver Creek FS cabin, Hebgen Ranger District, Custer Gallatin National Forest Start Date: 8/19/2025 Size: 200 acres Containment: 0% Resources: 12 smoke jumpers, 4 rappelers, 3 Engines, Type 3 IC, Big Sky Fire Department –…
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Agencies Responding to West Fork Fire South of Big Sky
For immediate release: Aug. 19, 2025 Multiple agencies are responding to a wildfire burning in a remote area about 20 miles south of Big Sky. The West Fork Fire was reported shortly before 6:30 PM on Tuesday, Aug. 19 and produced a large smoke column visible from Big Sky and West Yellowstone. The fire is…
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Fatal Motorcycle Crash in Bozeman
For immediate release: Aug. 16, 2025 Gallatin County, Mont. – The Gallatin County Coroner’s Office has identified the victim of a fatal motorcycle crash that occurred on Friday evening in Bozeman. The deceased has been identified as 23-year-old Keanen Schroeder of Bozeman. Schroeder died as a result of injuries sustained in the accident. Next of…
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8-15-25: Gallatin County Sheriff/Coroner Dan Springer releases name of train versus pedestrian victim
Shortly after 4:00pm on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, the Gallatin County Sheriff’s Office and investigators from Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railroad responded to an accident involving a pedestrian that was struck by a train. The female was identified as 20-year-old Anna Steigerwald of Littleton, CO. who died after being struck by the train. Sheriff Springer…
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Harmful Algal Blooms (HABs) can have serious health risks
For immediate release: August 15, 2025 The Gallatin City-County Health Department has been notified of a suspected HAB in Hyalite Reservoir, Hebgen Lake, Heather Lake in the Custer Gallatin National Forest, and in Elk Grove Pond, south of the Four Corners area. Water samples were collected and have been sent to labs for verification. Click…