Resolved Jun 30, 2026 at 11:15 AM. Kept for reference.
HighWildfireNWS Grand Junction
Fire Weather Watch
Mesa County · Started Jun 29, 2026 at 9:46 PM
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Jun 29, 2026 at 9:46 PMdiscovered
Approximate area based on reported fire size
About this incident
The National Weather Service in Grand Junction has issued a Fire Weather Watch below 8000 feet for gusty winds, low relative humidity and dry fuels, which is in effect from Wednesday afternoon through Wednesday evening.
AFFECTED AREA
In Colorado, Fire Weather Zone 205 Colorado River Headwaters below 8000 feet.
TIMING
For the Red Flag Warning, from noon to 9 PM MDT Tuesday. For the Fire Weather Watch, from Wednesday afternoon through Wednesday evening.
WINDS
Southwest 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph.
RELATIVE HUMIDITY
7 to 12 percent.
IMPACTS
Fires will catch and spread quickly. Exercise extreme caution with any outdoor burning.