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.
Landowners and the Rifle Field Office worked together to lower the risk of wildfire over a few hundred acres of Gambel oak and serviceberry. Bonus: Deer and elk have easier access for forage and cover.
The Forest Restoration and Wildfire Risk Mitigation grant program will accept applications from Aug. 1 to Oct. 9, 2025.
Forest health project kicks off in Colorado State Forest, near Cameron Pass.
