Colorado wildfire outlook for June, July a concern for state and fire officials

State leaders joined firefighters to deliver the 2026 Wildfire Outlook and Preparedness Plan for Colorado Thursday.

Colorado will face a ‘very challenging’ wildfire season as drought covers entire state, fire leaders say

We haven’t had enough rain and we haven’t had enough snow — and it’s going to be a challenging year for us,” said Mike Morgan ...

Colorado 2026 Wildfire Outlook plan announced amid heightened concern in summer months

Gov. Jared Polis, state and federal firefighting agencies are projecting a challenging summer in Colorado’s 2026 Wildfire ...
The Colorado Sun

Colorado faces “significantly increased risk” of wildfire this summer, governor warns

The governor said the drought this year, paired with the long-term consequences of a changing climate and the growing number ...

‘Poitrey Canyon Fire’ in southeastern Colorado remains at about 2,100 acres, now 50% contained

Crews are responding to a fire in Las Animas County Friday night.

Colorado Springs firefighters issue warning after 5 human-caused fires in 5 days: "Enough is enough"

The Colorado Springs Fire Department has put out a warning to residents after responding to five wildland fires in five days, ...

Colorado camps ramp up wildfire preparations ahead of expected active season

Summer camps in Colorado are preparing for a potentially active wildfire season after a warm, dry winter. Officials say ...
FOX31 Denver

Three wildfires burn through Southern Colorado

(SOUTHERN COLORADO) — Three wildfires are burning across Southern Colorado in Custer and Fremont counties, including a 58-acre fire that has triggered mandatory evacuations. The fires are located in ...