With fire danger on the rise, the National Weather Service has issued a warning for elevated wildfire risk through the weekend across central Colorado.
In response, the Chaffee County Sheriff’s Office has issued a ban on all outdoor burning, effective today through Monday. The ban includes:
- Campfires (even in fire rings)
- Open flame cooking (e.g., charcoal grills)
- Agricultural and debris burning
Residents are urged to take extra precautions and report any signs of smoke or fire activity immediately.
For updates and fire safety information, visit chaffeecounty.org or follow the Chaffee County Sheriff’s Office on social media.
