Resolved Aug 4, 2025 at 6:00 AM. Kept for reference.
HighWildfireNWS Grand Junction
Fire Weather Watch
San Miguel County · Started Aug 3, 2025 at 1:18 PM
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Aug 3, 2025 at 1:18 PMdiscovered
Approximate area based on reported fire size
About this incident
The National Weather Service in Grand Junction has issued a Red Flag Warning below 8000 feet for gusty winds, low relative humidity and dry fuels, which is in effect from 11 AM to 9 PM MDT Monday. A Fire Weather Watch has also been issued. This Fire Weather Watch below 8000 feet for gusty winds, low relative humidity and dry fuels is in effect from Tuesday morning through Tuesday evening.
AFFECTED AREA
In Colorado, Fire Weather Zone 294 Southwest Colorado Upper West Forecast Area below 8000 feet.
TIMING
For the Red Flag Warning, from 11 AM to 9 PM MDT Monday. For the Fire Weather Watch, from Tuesday morning through Tuesday evening.
WINDS
Southwest 5 to 15 mph with gusts up to 35 mph.
RELATIVE HUMIDITY
6 to 11 percent.
IMPACTS
Any fire that develops will catch and spread quickly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.