Wildfire is a part of nature in Colorado, so we must live wildfire ready.
It is not a matter of if but when the next destructive wildfire will occur in Colorado. Just under half of all Coloradans live in the wildland-urban interface and are at risk from wildfires.
Grasses, shrubs and trees provide fuel for wildfires. If your home is located in or near natural vegetation, you live in the wildland-urban interface and are at risk from wildfires. The good news is you can make a difference to protect yourself and your family, pets, home and property.
We have a shared responsibility to be ready for wildfire. Residents and leaders can make their community more resilient to wildfire by planning and working together.
Gov. Polis proclaimed May is Wildfire Awareness Month. Colorado is entering the 2026 wildfire season with significant drought, low snowpack and higher temperatures.
Gold Creek’s proactive mitigation efforts limited fire spread and intensity, which allowed firefighters gain control more quickly and operate more safely according to Elizabeth Fire Protection District Chief TJ Steck.
The Colorado State Forest Service has been working hard on a series of projects that are restoring a healthy forest, reducing wildfire risk for communities and supporting the local economy.
