Fire restrictions are put into effect in an effort to reduce the number of human-caused wildfires. Different jurisdictions – local, county, state and federal – may have different restrictions at any given time. This site will be continuously updated with BLM Restrictions during fire season.
2009 Specific Bans/Restrictions & Closures:
For the latest county fire restrictions across the state, please visit: www.cofireban.info
OTHER FEDERAL AGENCY CURRENT RESTRICTIONS:
The Rocky Mountain Area Fire & Aviation Management lists US Forest Service, Park Service, Bureau of Indian Affairs, and US Fish and Wildlife Service fire restrictions.
CURRENT STATE/COUNTY RESTRICTIONS:
The Colorado Office of Emergency Management lists counties with fire restrictions. Or you may contact the county directly for information on their restrictions. The County Sheriff's office is your best source for local fire restriction information. OEM also compiles a list of Wildfire Situation Reports. The Colorado State Forest Service also supplies large fire status and other information.
EDUCATION/MITIGATION/PREVENTION:
Learn more about the about the threat of wildfire and measures that can be taken to prepare for wildfire disasters and mitigate the hazard from the Interagency Wildland Fire Communications Group. Download fire prevention posters here also.
Other Fire Links:
BLM Field Offices
Interagency Fire Centers
National Fire Danger Map
National Fire News
Outdoor Fire Safety