Butte-Silver Bow Emergency Management

Update to the Saturday night shooting incident in Anaconda:

Great things happen when a community comes together! ❤️

This program is helping local seniors stay safe, independent, and comfortable in their own homes.

Well done to everyone involved!

The Butte Aging at Home Program started earlier this year and provided funding and free labor for those who qualified to make modifications to homes that make it easier for senior citizens to get around.

Now some are pushing to expand the program throughout Montana

Full story in the comments:

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THE FOLLOWING MESSAGE IS TRANSMITTED AT THE REQUEST OF THE MONTANA DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE.

A missing and endangered person’s advisory has been issued for Koda Salminen on behalf of the Lewis and Clark County Sheriff’s Office. The Lewis and Clark County Sheriff’s Office have reason to believe that Koda Salminen is in danger. He was last seen in Helena, Montana at 8:00 am on June 18th, 2026. Koda was taken from his home by a non-guardian family member named Dennis Follette. Dennis is known to have health concerns that make caring for a child dangerous. Possible direction of travel to Ft. Peck or to Wyoming. If you have any information please contact Lewis and Clark County Sheriff Office or call 9 1 1.

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ISSUED AT
Thursday, June 18, 2026 at 9:55 PM MDT

ISSUED BY
Relayed by National Weather Service Great Falls MT

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URGENT - IMMEDIATE BROADCAST REQUESTED | ADMINISTRATIVE MESSAGE | MONTANA DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE

🚨OPEN BURNING IS CLOSED🚨

Due to forecasted high winds and temperatures, open burning is closed in Butte-Silver Bow.

WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM TUESDAY TO MIDNIGHT MDT TUESDAY NIGHT

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WHAT
West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. There is a 40 percent chance of gusts to 60 mph along Montana Highway 1 between Georgetown Lake and Interstate 90 and over MacDonald Pass.

WHERE
Bitterroot/Sapphire Mountains and Butte/Blackfoot Region.

WHEN
From 1 PM Tuesday to midnight MDT Tuesday Night.

IMPACTS
Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.

ISSUED AT
Monday, June 15, 2026 at 10:30 AM MDT

ISSUED BY
National Weather Service Missoula MT

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URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE

# PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS
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Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles such as semis and RVs. Use extra caution.

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Bitterroot/Sapphire Mountains, Butte/Blackfoot Region

** Cancelled ** Due to a low number of registrations, tomorrow's Be Red Cross Ready preparedness training has been canceled.

We appreciate everyone's interest and support. The training will be rescheduled for a later date, and we will share updated information as soon as it becomes available.

🚨 FREE COMMUNITY PREPAREDNESS TRAINING 🚨

Please help us spread the word and fill both sessions!

The American Red Cross is bringing its Be Red Cross Ready preparedness program to Butte on June 18, 2026, at the Butte-Silver Bow Emergency Operations Center.

Be Red Cross Ready is a free preparedness education program designed to help people understand, prepare for, and respond appropriately to disasters. Whether it's a wildfire, severe weather, power outage, or another emergency, you'll learn simple steps you can take now to help protect yourself, your family, and your home.

📅 Choose the session that works best for you:
➡️ Lunch Session: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
➡️ Evening Session: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Both sessions cover the same material.

Topics include:
✔️ Building an emergency kit
✔️ Creating a family communication plan
✔️ Making your home safer during emergencies
✔️ Accessing Red Cross preparedness resources and services

📍 Butte-Silver Bow Emergency Operations Center (South Entrance)
3619 Wynne Ave., Butte

🎒 BONUS: Attendees can pick up preparedness-themed swag and items to help start a go-bag while supplies last!

⚠️ Seating is limited so please register in advance!

Scan the QR code on the flyer or register here:
https://form.jotform.com/261597183583065