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Montana Disaster and Emergency Services Montana DES is the lead agency coordinating comprehensive emergency management to create a resilient Montana.

Vision:
Guide Montana to build disaster resistant communities. Accomplished through:
◦Building and Sustaining Partnerships
◦Integration of the four phases of emergency management
◦Quantifiable risk analysis
◦Leveraging mitigation through successful response & recovery

Rain and mountain snow will expand across the state Monday night into Tuesday. Accumilating snow on passes could create ...
26/10/2026

Rain and mountain snow will expand across the state Monday night into Tuesday. Accumilating snow on passes could create hazardous driving conditions. Make sure you are prepared for winter driving. Prepare your vehicle, check the road conditions before you go, and adjust speed for the conditions.

MT DES is offering a Fundamentals of Threats & Hazards Course. Free emergency management training that explores the scie...
23/10/2026

MT DES is offering a Fundamentals of Threats & Hazards Course. Free emergency management training that explores the science behind disasters & the challenges for emergency managers. Email [email protected] for more information & to register for this training.

Winter weather arrives Friday afternoon–Saturday morning in parts of Montana. Be ready for winter safety hazards. Fill g...
23/10/2026

Winter weather arrives Friday afternoon–Saturday morning in parts of Montana. Be ready for winter safety hazards. Fill gas tanks and home heating fuel tanks. Expect slick mountain passes, blowing snow & reduced visibility. Slow down, pack an emergency kit & check conditions before traveling: 511mt.net.

MT DES was proud to be a part of this event in Billings. It was great to meet with attendees, share more about what we d...
21/10/2026

MT DES was proud to be a part of this event in Billings. It was great to meet with attendees, share more about what we do with them, and learn more about their concerns and community needs.

MT DES is offering a Public Information Basics Course this December. Whether you are new to your role as a communicator ...
19/10/2026

MT DES is offering a Public Information Basics Course this December. Whether you are new to your role as a communicator or just want to brush up on your skills, this course will be a fun and engaging chance to build your skillset. Email [email protected] for more information and to register for this training.

Fall weather can change quickly -- and so can the driving conditions.⚠ Stay alert and slow down in school zones. ⚠ Watch...
16/10/2026

Fall weather can change quickly -- and so can the driving conditions.
⚠ Stay alert and slow down in school zones.
⚠ Watch for wildlife near the roadway.
⚠ Slow down when fog, rain or snow reduces visibility.
⚠ Expect ice on bridges and shaded stretches.
⚠ Leave extra following distance and turn off cruise control on slick roads.
⚠ Keep an emergency kit in your vehicle.
⚠ Check road conditions before you go at 511mt.net.

Thank you to our state partners for joining the Joint Information Center tabletop exercise yesterday. Together, we're bu...
15/10/2026

Thank you to our state partners for joining the Joint Information Center tabletop exercise yesterday. Together, we're building readiness and statewide resilience to ensure communities are well-informed during disasters.

After our recent snow storm, there may be areas with black ice. Stay cautious, especially on bridges and overpasses wher...
13/10/2026

After our recent snow storm, there may be areas with black ice. Stay cautious, especially on bridges and overpasses where ice can form more readily. Even when roads look clear, snow thaw followed by a freeze can create icy patches.

With cold weather in the weekend forecast, many will be turning on their home heating systems for the first time of the ...
09/10/2026

With cold weather in the weekend forecast, many will be turning on their home heating systems for the first time of the season. It's important to be aware of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning. Check your detectors and smoke alarms. Chimneys and furnaces should be cleaned and serviced every year. If you use heating fuel, consider filling your tank now.

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Monday 08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 08:00 - 17:00
Thursday 08:00 - 17:00
Friday 08:00 - 17:00

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