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Saguache County uses external social media as a public service. Saguache County disclaims liability for advertising, videos, promoted content, or comments accessible from any external web page. External individuals or entities posting to the County’s social media pages are solely responsible for their comments. Any inclusion of external content or comments does not imply endorsement by Saguache Co

unty. Saguache County does not discriminate against any views, but it reserves the right to remove or hide inappropriate submissions, in the sole judgment of the County, that fall outside our terms of use. Terms of Use:
By using Saguache County social media or Saguache County hosted pages you are agreeing to our terms of use. Saguache County social media accounts are intended to provide an alternative outlet for County notifications and are not a public forum. In an effort to preserve order and decorum, comments posted on this page will be monitored and the County reserves the right to remove and/or block anyone who repeatedly posts inappropriate material as determined by the County, as well as hide or remove inappropriate comments such as the following:
· Comments not topically related to the post for which they are made;
· Profane language or content;
· Personal attacks, harassment and threats of violence;
· Abusive, hateful comments, or those that defame or insult others;
· Comments that stalk, threaten or violate the legal rights of another or another organization;
· Content that promotes, fosters, or perpetuates discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, age, religion, gender, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, national origin, physical or mental disability, or sexual orientation;
· Sexually explicit content or language, or links to sexual content;
· Solicitations of commerce;
· Comments or content in support of/opposition to a candidate or ballot issue;
· Comments that contain false information;
· Conduct or encouragement of illegal activity;
· Information that may tend to compromise the safety or security of the public or public systems;
· Content that violates a legal ownership interest of any other party. For more information about Saguache County, please visit www.SaguacheCounty.Colorado.gov

Here is the purple air quality map website:  please stay advised!
06/24/2026

Here is the purple air quality map website: please stay advised!

Watch: With two minute updates, The US EPA PM2.5 Air Quality Index (AQI) is a number used by US government agencies to communicate to the public how polluted the air currently is or how polluted it is forecast to become.

06/24/2026
06/24/2026

Saguache County is currently on an air quality advisory: please stay inside if you have health issues that effect your breathing. Saguache has an air quality of 175 and Center at 140 right now. These show extremely high health risks. Here is the link to check thing out for yourselves. Stay safe and health. Please avoid outdoor activities until the air clears up.

06/17/2026

Saguache County News
Stage 1 Fire Restrictions in Effect
Saguache County will implement Stage 1 Fire Restrictions beginning at 12:01 a.m. on June 18, 2026.

Residents and visitors are advised to comply with all restrictions to help reduce the risk of wildland fires during current fire conditions.

For questions regarding the restrictions or permitted activities, please contact the Saguache County Sheriff's Office at (719) 655-2525.

Thank you for your cooperation in helping protect our communities, public lands, and natural resources.



Under Stage l Fire Restrictions the following acts are prohibited:

Building, maintaining, attending or using a fire or campfire except within agency-provided fire grates at developed recreation sites. Devices using gas, jellied petroleum, or pressurized liquid fuel are permitted.
Smoking, except in an enclosed vehicle or building, a developed recreation site, or while stopped in an area at least three feet in diameter that is barren or cleared of all flammable materials.
Operating a chainsaw without a USDA or SAE approved spark arrester properly installed and working, a chemical fire extinguisher of not less than 8 ounces capacity by weight, and one round point shovel with an overall length of at least 36 inches.
Using a welder, either arc or gas, or operating acetylene or other torch with open flame, except in cleared areas of at least 10 feet in diameter with a chemical pressurized fire extinguisher of not less than 8 ounces capacity.
Using exploding targets.
These fire restrictions are in addition to the year-round wildfire prevention restrictions on BLM administered public lands in Colorado. These are:

Leaving a fire unattended or unextinguished.
Possession, discharge or use of any fireworks.
Discharge of a firearm using incendiary or tracer ammunition.
Burn, ignite or cause to bum any tire, wire, magnesium, or any other hazardous or explosive
material.
Operate any off-road vehicle on public lands unless the vehicle is equipped with a properly installed spark an-ester pursuant to 43 CFR 8343. l ( c ).
The following persons are exempt from this order:

I. Persons with a permit or letter of authorization specifically authorizing the prohibited act or omission.

2. Any Federal, State, or local officer or member of an organized rescue or firefighting force in the performance of an official duty.

06/17/2026

Beginning at midnight there is a Stage 1 fire ban in the County of Saguache.
Effective at midnight (12:01) June 18th 2026
Call the Sheriff's Office if you have questions.

06/11/2026

Ebola does not spread through the air like COVID-19, is only contagious after symptoms begin, and outbreaks have historically affected far fewer people. Knowing these differences can help reduce fear and prevent the spread of misinformation.

06/11/2026

We are excited to announce that Rio Grande County Public Health and BOCES are launching a Strengthening Families 10-14 cohort this July! If you and your family would like to participate, please reach out to us for more information or to sign up. We look forward to supporting your family!

06/11/2026

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06/11/2026

There are more options than ever to protect ourselves from acquiring HIV. Colorado makes STI and HIV prevention accessible for all.

Explore how prevention, testing, and treatment keep us healthy: https://cdphe.colorado.gov/sti-hiv-vh/testing

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