12:32 AM
— 1:15 PM
...FIRE WEATHER WATCH IS CANCELLED FOR THE NORTHWEST PLATEAU,
NORTHEAST PLAINS, WEST CENTRAL BASIN AND RANGE, AND NORTHEAST
HIGHLANDS...
...RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 7 PM MDT
THIS EVENING DUE TO STRONG WINDS AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY FOR THE
WEST CENTRAL MOUNTAINS...
.Critical fire weather conditions today focus over west central
portions of the state, with elevated to near critical conditions
prevailing elsewhere. Isolated dry storms in central and northern New
Mexico this afternoon may start new fires and create gusty and
erratic outflow wind gusts.
The National Weather Service in Albuquerque NM has issued a Red Flag
Warning in effect from 1 PM this afternoon to 7 PM MDT this evening.
* AFFECTED AREA...West Central Mountains (Zone 105).
* TIMING...From 1 PM this afternoon to 7 PM MDT this evening.
* 20 FOOT WINDS...Southwest winds 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35
mph.
* RELATIVE HUMIDITY...Relative Humidity between 10 to 15 percent.
* IMPACTS...Any fires that develop will spread rapidly. Outdoor
burning is not recommended.
June 29th, 9:46 PM
— 9:30 PM
The National Weather Service in Grand Junction has issued a Fire
Weather Watch 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 207 Southwest
Colorado Lower Forecast Area, Fire Weather Zone 290 Paradox
Valley Forecast Area, Fire Weather Zone 292 North Fork
Forecast Area and Fire Weather Zone 294 Southwest Colorado
Upper West Forecast Area. In Utah, Fire Weather Zone 491
Southeast Utah.
* 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 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.
* RELATIVE HUMIDITY...5 to 10 percent.
* IMPACTS...Fires will catch and spread quickly. Exercise
extreme caution with any outdoor burning.
June 29th, 9:46 PM
— 9:30 PM
The National Weather Service in Grand Junction has issued a Fire
Weather Watch 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 207 Southwest
Colorado Lower Forecast Area, Fire Weather Zone 290 Paradox
Valley Forecast Area, Fire Weather Zone 292 North Fork
Forecast Area and Fire Weather Zone 294 Southwest Colorado
Upper West Forecast Area. In Utah, Fire Weather Zone 491
Southeast Utah.
* 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 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.
* RELATIVE HUMIDITY...5 to 10 percent.
* IMPACTS...Fires will catch and spread quickly. Exercise
extreme caution with any outdoor burning.
June 29th, 7:45 PM
— 8:00 PM
...RED FLAG WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM MST /11 AM MDT/ TO 7
PM MST /8 PM MDT/ TUESDAY...
* WHAT...Critical Fire Weather conditions will subside this evening
as winds speeds decrease. The Red Flag Warning for Monday will
expire at 7 PM MST. These conditions redevelop by late Tuesday
morning, with Critical Fire Weather conditions developing for much
of Tuesday in the same area, Expect southwest winds 15 to 25 mph,
with gusts up to 40 mph, along with minimum relative humidity
values from 6 to 20 percent.
* WHERE...East and southeast of Flagstaff, stretching along the
Mogollon Rim and White Mountains, as well as northward into the
Little Colorado River Valley. This includes portions of the
Apache-Sitgreaves and Coconino National Forests.
* WHEN...From 10 AM MST /11 AM MDT/ to 7 PM MST /8 PM MDT/ Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Rapid spread and growth of any new or existing fires.
Fires will have the potential to exhibit extreme fire behavior.
Elevated potential for new fire starts.
June 29th, 7:45 PM
— 8:00 PM
...RED FLAG WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM MST /11 AM MDT/ TO 7
PM MST /8 PM MDT/ TUESDAY...
* WHAT...Critical Fire Weather conditions will subside this evening
as winds speeds decrease. The Red Flag Warning for Monday will
expire at 7 PM MST. These conditions redevelop by late Tuesday
morning, with Critical Fire Weather conditions developing for much
of Tuesday in the same area, Expect southwest winds 15 to 25 mph,
with gusts up to 40 mph, along with minimum relative humidity
values from 6 to 20 percent.
* WHERE...East and southeast of Flagstaff, stretching along the
Mogollon Rim and White Mountains, as well as northward into the
Little Colorado River Valley. This includes portions of the
Apache-Sitgreaves and Coconino National Forests.
* WHEN...From 10 AM MST /11 AM MDT/ to 7 PM MST /8 PM MDT/ Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Rapid spread and growth of any new or existing fires.
Fires will have the potential to exhibit extreme fire behavior.
Elevated potential for new fire starts.
June 29th, 10:10 PM
— 9:00 AM
The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment has
issued the following...
WHAT...Air Quality Health Advisory for Wildfire Smoke.
WHERE...Grand, Gilpin, Clear Creek, Summit, Eagle, Garfield, Mesa,
Delta, Pitkin, Lake, Park, Chaffee, Gunnison, Montrose, Ouray, San
Miguel, Dolores and northern Montezuma Counties. Locations
include, but are not limited to Granby, Hot Sulphur Springs,
Kremmling, Central City, Georgetown, Breckenridge, Eagle, Vail,
Glenwood Springs, Grand Junction, Delta, Aspen, Leadville,
Fairplay, Buena Vista, Salida, Gunnison, Montrose, Nucla, Ouray,
Telluride, and Dove Creek.
WHEN...900 AM Monday June 29 to 900 AM Tuesday June 30
IMPACTS...Areas near and downwind of large fires in southwestern
Colorado and southeastern Utah could have periods of moderate to
heavy smoke through at least Tuesday morning.
HEALTH INFORMATION...Public Health Recommendations: If smoke is
thick or becomes thick in your neighborhood you may want to remain
indoors. This is especially true for those with heart disease,
respiratory illnesses, the very young, and older adults. Consider
limiting outdoor activity when moderate to heavy smoke is present.
Consider relocating temporarily if smoke is present indoors and is
making you ill. If visibility is less than 5 miles in smoke in
your neighborhood, smoke has reached levels that are unhealthy.
June 29th, 7:10 PM
— 9:00 AM
The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment has
issued the following...
WHAT...Air Quality Health Advisory for Wildfire Smoke.
WHERE...Grand, Gilpin, Clear Creek, Summit, Eagle, Garfield, Mesa,
Delta, Pitkin, Lake, Park, Chaffee, Gunnison, Montrose, Ouray, San
Miguel, Dolores and northern Montezuma Counties. Locations
include, but are not limited to Granby, Hot Sulphur Springs,
Kremmling, Central City, Georgetown, Breckenridge, Eagle, Vail,
Glenwood Springs, Grand Junction, Delta, Aspen, Leadville,
Fairplay, Buena Vista, Salida, Gunnison, Montrose, Nucla, Ouray,
Telluride, and Dove Creek.
WHEN...900 AM Monday June 29 to 900 AM Tuesday June 30
IMPACTS...Areas near and downwind of large fires in southwestern
Colorado and southeastern Utah could have periods of moderate to
heavy smoke through at least Tuesday morning.
HEALTH INFORMATION...Public Health Recommendations: If smoke is
thick or becomes thick in your neighborhood you may want to remain
indoors. This is especially true for those with heart disease,
respiratory illnesses, the very young, and older adults. Consider
limiting outdoor activity when moderate to heavy smoke is present.
Consider relocating temporarily if smoke is present indoors and is
making you ill. If visibility is less than 5 miles in smoke in
your neighborhood, smoke has reached levels that are unhealthy.
June 29th, 7:10 PM
— 9:00 AM
The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment has
issued the following...
WHAT...Air Quality Health Advisory for Ozone.
WHERE...Montezuma, La Plata and Archuleta Counties. Locations
include, but are not limited to Cortez, Durango, Hermosa,
Honeyville, Rockwood, Pagosa Springs, and the Southern Ute
Reservation.
WHEN...400 PM Monday June 29 to 1000 PM Monday June 29
IMPACTS...Hot and smoky weather conditions will allow ozone
concentrations to reach the Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups
category within the advisory area Monday afternoon and evening.
HEALTH INFORMATION...Public Health Recommendations: Increasing
likelihood of respiratory symptoms and breathing discomfort in
active children and adults and people with lung disease, such as
asthma. Active children and adults, and people with lung disease,
such as asthma, should reduce prolonged or heavy outdoor exertion.
June 29th, 5:10 PM
— 9:00 AM
The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment has
issued the following...
WHAT...Air Quality Health Advisory for Ozone.
WHERE...Montezuma, La Plata and Archuleta Counties. Locations
include, but are not limited to Cortez, Durango, Hermosa,
Honeyville, Rockwood, Pagosa Springs, and the Southern Ute
Reservation.
WHEN...400 PM Monday June 29 to 1000 PM Monday June 29
IMPACTS...Hot and smoky weather conditions will allow ozone
concentrations to reach the Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups
category within the advisory area Monday afternoon and evening.
HEALTH INFORMATION...Public Health Recommendations: Increasing
likelihood of respiratory symptoms and breathing discomfort in
active children and adults and people with lung disease, such as
asthma. Active children and adults, and people with lung disease,
such as asthma, should reduce prolonged or heavy outdoor exertion.
June 29th, 5:10 PM
— 9:00 AM
The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment has
issued the following...
WHAT...Air Quality Health Advisory for Wildfire Smoke.
WHERE...Grand, Gilpin, Clear Creek, Summit, Eagle, Garfield, Mesa,
Delta, Pitkin, Lake, Park, Chaffee, Gunnison, Montrose, Ouray, San
Miguel, Dolores and northern Montezuma Counties. Locations
include, but are not limited to Granby, Hot Sulphur Springs,
Kremmling, Central City, Georgetown, Breckenridge, Eagle, Vail,
Glenwood Springs, Grand Junction, Delta, Aspen, Leadville,
Fairplay, Buena Vista, Salida, Gunnison, Montrose, Nucla, Ouray,
Telluride, and Dove Creek.
WHEN...900 AM Monday June 29 to 900 AM Tuesday June 30
IMPACTS...Areas near and downwind of large fires in southwestern
Colorado and southeastern Utah could have periods of moderate to
heavy smoke through at least Tuesday morning.
HEALTH INFORMATION...Public Health Recommendations: If smoke is
thick or becomes thick in your neighborhood you may want to remain
indoors. This is especially true for those with heart disease,
respiratory illnesses, the very young, and older adults. Consider
limiting outdoor activity when moderate to heavy smoke is present.
Consider relocating temporarily if smoke is present indoors and is
making you ill. If visibility is less than 5 miles in smoke in
your neighborhood, smoke has reached levels that are unhealthy.
June 29th, 4:10 PM
— 9:00 AM
The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment has
issued the following...
WHAT...Air Quality Health Advisory for Wildfire Smoke.
WHERE...Grand, Gilpin, Clear Creek, Summit, Eagle, Garfield, Mesa,
Delta, Pitkin, Lake, Park, Chaffee, Gunnison, Montrose, Ouray, San
Miguel, Dolores and northern Montezuma Counties. Locations
include, but are not limited to Granby, Hot Sulphur Springs,
Kremmling, Central City, Georgetown, Breckenridge, Eagle, Vail,
Glenwood Springs, Grand Junction, Delta, Aspen, Leadville,
Fairplay, Buena Vista, Salida, Gunnison, Montrose, Nucla, Ouray,
Telluride, and Dove Creek.
WHEN...900 AM Monday June 29 to 900 AM Tuesday June 30
IMPACTS...Areas near and downwind of large fires in southwestern
Colorado and southeastern Utah could have periods of moderate to
heavy smoke through at least Tuesday morning.
HEALTH INFORMATION...Public Health Recommendations: If smoke is
thick or becomes thick in your neighborhood you may want to remain
indoors. This is especially true for those with heart disease,
respiratory illnesses, the very young, and older adults. Consider
limiting outdoor activity when moderate to heavy smoke is present.
Consider relocating temporarily if smoke is present indoors and is
making you ill. If visibility is less than 5 miles in smoke in
your neighborhood, smoke has reached levels that are unhealthy.
June 29th, 4:10 PM
— 9:00 AM
The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment has
issued the following...
WHAT...Air Quality Health Advisory for Ozone.
WHERE...Montezuma, La Plata and Archuleta Counties. Locations
include, but are not limited to Cortez, Durango, Hermosa,
Honeyville, Rockwood, Pagosa Springs, and the Southern Ute
Reservation.
WHEN...400 PM Monday June 29 to 1000 PM Monday June 29
IMPACTS...Hot and smoky weather conditions will allow ozone
concentrations to reach the Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups
category within the advisory area Monday afternoon and evening.
HEALTH INFORMATION...Public Health Recommendations: Increasing
likelihood of respiratory symptoms and breathing discomfort in
active children and adults and people with lung disease, such as
asthma. Active children and adults, and people with lung disease,
such as asthma, should reduce prolonged or heavy outdoor exertion.
June 29th, 1:10 PM
— 9:00 AM
The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment has
issued the following...
WHAT...Air Quality Health Advisory for Wildfire Smoke.
WHERE...Grand, Gilpin, Clear Creek, Summit, Eagle, Garfield, Mesa,
Delta, Pitkin, Lake, Park, Chaffee, Gunnison, Montrose, Ouray, San
Miguel, Dolores and northern Montezuma Counties. Locations
include, but are not limited to Granby, Hot Sulphur Springs,
Kremmling, Central City, Georgetown, Breckenridge, Eagle, Vail,
Glenwood Springs, Grand Junction, Delta, Aspen, Leadville,
Fairplay, Buena Vista, Salida, Gunnison, Montrose, Nucla, Ouray,
Telluride, and Dove Creek.
WHEN...900 AM Monday June 29 to 900 AM Tuesday June 30
IMPACTS...Areas near and downwind of large fires in southwestern
Colorado and southeastern Utah could have periods of moderate to
heavy smoke through at least Tuesday morning.
HEALTH INFORMATION...Public Health Recommendations: If smoke is
thick or becomes thick in your neighborhood you may want to remain
indoors. This is especially true for those with heart disease,
respiratory illnesses, the very young, and older adults. Consider
limiting outdoor activity when moderate to heavy smoke is present.
Consider relocating temporarily if smoke is present indoors and is
making you ill. If visibility is less than 5 miles in smoke in
your neighborhood, smoke has reached levels that are unhealthy.
June 29th, 9:10 AM
— 9:00 AM
The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment has
issued the following...
WHAT...Air Quality Health Advisory for Wildfire Smoke.
WHERE...Grand, Gilpin, Clear Creek, Summit, Eagle, Garfield, Mesa,
Delta, Pitkin, Lake, Park, Chaffee, Gunnison, Montrose, Ouray, San
Miguel, Dolores and northern Montezuma Counties. Locations
include, but are not limited to Granby, Hot Sulphur Springs,
Kremmling, Central City, Georgetown, Breckenridge, Eagle, Vail,
Glenwood Springs, Grand Junction, Delta, Aspen, Leadville,
Fairplay, Buena Vista, Salida, Gunnison, Montrose, Nucla, Ouray,
Telluride, and Dove Creek.
WHEN...900 AM Monday June 29 to 900 AM Tuesday June 30
IMPACTS...Areas near and downwind of large fires in southwestern
Colorado and southeastern Utah could have periods of moderate to
heavy smoke through at least Tuesday morning.
HEALTH INFORMATION...Public Health Recommendations: If smoke is
thick or becomes thick in your neighborhood you may want to remain
indoors. This is especially true for those with heart disease,
respiratory illnesses, the very young, and older adults. Consider
limiting outdoor activity when moderate to heavy smoke is present.
Consider relocating temporarily if smoke is present indoors and is
making you ill. If visibility is less than 5 miles in smoke in
your neighborhood, smoke has reached levels that are unhealthy.
Chaco Culture National Historical Park
The bookstore at the visitor center will be closed all day on Wednesday Sept 3 for inventory. The visitor center will remain open from 9-5. The bookstore will be open again on Thursday Sept 4 at 9am. Online shopping is available at: https://store.wnpa.org
Rainbow Bridge National Monument
Rainbow Bridge docks will be moved to deeper water on Monday, August 25. This change means easy dock-to-trail access to Rainbow Bridge will not be available until water levels rise again. Check Lake Powell Resorts for the status of tours to the bridge.
Rainbow Bridge National Monument
At current lake levels, Rainbow Bridge docks do not reach the land. Dock-to-trail access to Rainbow Bridge will not be available until water levels rise again. Restrooms at the dock will remain open. Check the link for current lake information.
El Morro National Monument
Stage II Fire Restrictions are in effect beginning Thursday June 19, 2025.
Due to high fire danger, El Morro is currently under Stage II Fire Restrictions. These include no campfires. No smoking except in an enclosed vehicle or other authorized area.
Kaibab National Forest
Stage 2 fire and smoking restrictions will go into effect for the North Kaibab Ranger District at 6:00 a.m. Thursday, June 18, 2026.The full text of Forest Order # 03-07-03-26-04 is attached.THE FOLLOWING ARE PROHIBITED IN THE NORTH KAIBAB RANGER DISTRICTNO…
Kaibab National Forest
Stage 1 fire and smoking restrictions will go into effect for the entire Kaibab National Forest at 8:00 a.m. Thursday, June 11, 2026. The full text of Forest Order # 03-07-26-03 is below and attached. NO Fires, campfires, stove fires (including charcoal and briquettes), except in the Forest…
Kaibab National Forest
Kaibab National Forest visitors are limited to a 14-day limit in any consecutive 30-day period.
Kaibab National Forest
National Forest System Road (NFSR) 354 is closed for public safety due to flood damage and washed-out sections of the road, which lies on portions of the Prescott and Kaibab National Forests.The purpose of this order is to provide for public health and safety due to flood damage to the road…
Kaibab National Forest
The three sites used for wood and equipment staging (the Orderville gravel pit off NFSR 247, the NFSR 765M gravel pit off NFSR 462, and the snowmobile play area west of NFSR 270) remain closed.
Kaibab National Forest
SR 64: I-40 to Pipeline Road Pavement Preservation ProjectThe Arizona Department of Transportation has initiated a pavement preservation project along State Route 64 between I-40 in Williams and Pipeline Road (mileposts 185-205). Per the project webpage, ADOT anticipates project completion in fall…
Kaibab National Forest
The season for cinder pits begins May 1, 2026. Starting April 1, 2026 at 8:00am, the public may visit or call the Williams Ranger Station at (928) 635-5600 to sign up for the waitlist.Permits can be purchased beginning May 1, 2026, at the Williams Ranger District office:8:00 AM to 4:00 PM on…
Kaibab National Forest
Fuelwood permits will be available on January 5, 2026, for the Williams and Tusayan Ranger Districts, and on May 1, 2026, for the North Kaibab Ranger District. Permit sales and firewood collection will run through December 31, 2026. Paid Permits are $20 for 10 cords of wood (limit 20 cords per…
Kaibab National Forest
Cinder Pit informationStarting April 1, 2025 at 8:00am, the public may call the Williams Ranger Station at 928-635-5600 to sign up for the waitlist. If you have any questions, please contact the Williams Ranger Station.Click here for more information on cinder pit locations (click the + next to…
Kaibab National Forest
Forest thinning operations are underway at the Holden Project west and north of Williams near the Whispering Pines community. Be aware of truck traffic and heavy machinery in the area.
Kaibab National Forest
Forest thinning operations are underway at the Government Prairie project near parks. Be aware of truck traffic and heavy machinery in the area.
Cibola National Forest
Order 03-00-00-21-002 prohibits possessing, storing, or transporting a cannabis plant, any part of a cannabis plant, or any substance derived from a cannabis plant within the Southwestern Region National Forests in the State of New Mexico and the National Grasslands in the states of Texas and…
Cibola National Forest
The Cibola National Forest and National Grasslands will implement Stage II Fire Restrictions on the Mt. Taylor Ranger District beginning Thursday June 18 at 8:00 a.m. due to increased fire danger. The purpose of this Order is to reduce the risk of human-caused wildfires during periods of high…
Cibola National Forest
Cibola National Forest & National Grasslands has terminated a closure order for Doc Long Picnic Area within the Sandia Ranger District.The purpose of the order issued on June 6, 2026 was to provide for public safety in coordination with New Mexico Department of Game & Fish in dealing with a…
Cibola National Forest
(Albuquerque, NM – June 3, 2026) — Fire officials on the Cibola National Forest & National Grasslands are rescinding the previous Kiowa and Rita-Blanca National Grasslands Stage II Fire Restrictions and implementing Stage I Fire Restrictions effective Friday June 5, 2026.
Cibola National Forest
U.S. Department of Agriculture, U.S. Forest ServiceCibola National Forest & National Grasslands TERMINATION OF CLOSURE ORDER FOR THE SIX MILE FIRE AREAMagdalena Ranger DistrictPursuant to 16 U.S.C. 551 and Title 36 CFR 261.50(a), the prohibitions listed in Order Number Order #03-03-03-26-07 Area…
Cibola National Forest
Order Number: 03-03-02-26-04The Cibola National Forest and National Grasslands will implement Stage 1 Fire Restrictions on the Mt. Taylor District located within the State of New Mexico. See attached map.This Order shall be in effect from Friday May 8, 2026 at 8:00 AM through Monday Aug. 31, 2026…
Cibola National Forest
Order Number: # 03-03-00-26-05The Cibola National Forest and National Grasslands will implement Stage 1 Fire Restrictions on the Mountainair, and Sandia Ranger Districts located within the State of New Mexico. See attached maps.These Orders shall be in effect from Friday May 8, 2026 at 8:00 AM…
Cibola National Forest
Order Number: # 03-03-03-26-06The Cibola National Forest and National Grasslands will implement Stage 1 Fire Restrictions on the Magdalena Ranger District located within the State of New Mexico. See attached map.This Orders shall be in effect from Friday May 8, 2026 at 0800 through Monday Aug. 31,…
Cibola National Forest
The Cibola National Forest & Grasslands has issued order (03-03-05-26-02) for an area closure on the Sandia Ranger District.This Order shall be in effect from April 1st, 2026, at 0600 through January 15th, 2027, at 0600, unless rescinded.The purpose of this area closure order is for the protection…
Cibola National Forest
The Cibola National Forest has issued a new order (03-03-03-26-01) for the continued closure of Bear Trap Campground on the Magdalena Ranger District. Bear Trap Campground will continue to remain closed. This Order shall be in effect from January 1, 2026, at 12:00 a.m. through December 31, 2026,…
Cibola National Forest
The purpose of this Order is to protect public safety and prevent natural resource damage from vehicular traffic during the winter months while the ground/soil is saturated within the closure area.
Cibola National Forest
The Sandia Crest House within the Sandia Crest Recreation Site to include the structure located at the top of the Sandia Crest at the end of New Mexico State Highway 536 as specifically shown in Exhibit A map will be closed for public health and safety of an abandoned structure until a permit is…
Cibola National Forest
This Order imposes a 14-day stay limit; places restrictions on alcoholic beverage consumption and parking; and bans public nudity. The purpose of this Order is to protect National Forest and Grassland resources and to provide for public health and safety. This Order shall be in effect from…