Upper Colorado River Interagency Fire Management Unit

09/03/2026

In case you haven’t heard, the .S. Wildland Fire Service dropped its official logo!

Check out this video to learn more about the logo’s design. ⬇️

For generations, wildland firefighters have protected the people, communities, and landscapes we call home. That legacy defines us. Courage, grit, and stewardship shaped over more than a century. Today, we carry it forward with a new identity, one that reflects our mission.

08/19/2026

With our rough terrain in Western Colorado, we know how important aerial resources are to fighting wildfires.

Meet the real Hercules – no myth, just muscle! 💪✈️

The first contracted Large Airtanker – a C-130 (Hercules) – has landed in the U.S. Wildland Fire Service fleet and is ready to tackle wildfires with legendary strength.

This powerhouse can carry up to 4,000 gallons of fire retardant, dropping support where it’s needed most.

Forget ancient legends – this Hercules is all about protecting our communities and supporting wildland firefighters on the ground!

08/19/2026

in Garfield County

08/12/2026

🔥 310 Fire Update 🔥

Firefighters from multiple agencies continue to make progress on the 310 Fire near Parachute, now at 76% containment and covering 603 acres. Their commitment and teamwork are making a real difference as crews increase containment, reduce dry/dead vegetation, and put out remaining hot spots.

: Stage 2 Fire Restrictions remain in effect in Garfield County and on BLM lands managed by the Colorado River Valley Field Office.

Evacuations are at READY status; stay prepared and monitor updates. Please visit the Garfield County Emergency Operations Center page at www.garfieldcounty.net

U.S. Wildland Fire Service Rocky Mountain Grand Valley Fire Protection District

08/10/2026

Humility.

We lead with a coachable mindset, setting ego aside and putting the vision and team first. We acknowledge and seek to understand others’ perspectives, feelings and situations, knowing that the strength to listen is as important as the skill to act.

Learn more about our core values: https://www.doi.gov/wildlandfireservice/about/mission

08/09/2026

08/08/2026

310 FIRE UPDATE
August 8, 2026
Media Contact: Tamara Castellari, [email protected], 970.852.9603

Size: 602 Acres | Containment: 0% | Total Personnel: approximately 157
Location: 3.5 miles southeast of Parachute | Reported: August 6, 2026, at 12:37 p.m.

Special Notes: Firefighters from multiple agencies continue suppression efforts to contain the 310 Fire. Aviation resources have played a critical role in limiting fire spread, working in coordination with hand crews conducting operations on the ground. The safety of firefighters and the public remains the highest priority. Today marks an operational transition as the Colorado Type 3 Incident Management Team assumes command of the incident this evening.

Current Situation: The fire was most recently mapped at 602 acres. Firefighters made significant progress on the northern portion of the fire yesterday and continue to build on those gains as suppression efforts advance. Crews remain focused on achieving containment objectives while strengthening and securing fire lines.

Weather: Winds are expected to be relatively light through Saturday, generally being driven by the terrain. Relative humidities are expected to fall into the single digits again today with no precipitation anticipated through the weekend.

Fire Behavior: Dry fuel conditions continue to contribute to active fire behavior across the incident area. The fire remains characterized by smoldering, creeping, and isolated torching, with the potential for continued growth and rapid spread driven by existing environmental and fuel conditions.

Fire Restrictions: Stage 2 Fire Restrictions remain in effect throughout Garfield County, as well as on lands managed by the Bureau of Land Management and the White River National Forest. Under these restrictions, all open fires are prohibited to help reduce the risk of wildfire ignition and spread.

Evacuations/Closures: For the most updated information, please visit the Garfield County Emergency Operations Center page at www.garfieldcounty.net. Register for emergency alerts at garco911.com.

A temporary flight restriction (TFR) is in effect in the airspace above the fire. Wildfires are always a no-fly zone for unauthorized aircraft, including drones. If you fly, we can’t.

For updates, visit the Grand Valley Fire Protection District page.

08/07/2026

📢Fire Closure Update📢

The BLM Grand Junction Field Office rescinded the remaining emergency closure associated with the Snyder Fire, reopening all previously closed BLM-managed public lands in Mesa County CO & Grand County UT effective Aug. 7.

Visitors should use caution when recreating in the burned area. Fire-affected landscapes remain dynamic as vegetation, soils, roads & trails recover & conditions may change over time.

Learn more👇
https://ow.ly/wtRg50ZxKON

08/07/2026

🔥 New Wildfire: 310 Fire 🔥

Firefighters from multiple agencies are providing direct suppression actions to contain the 310 Fire located about 3.5 miles southeast of Parachute.

As of 4 p.m. the fire was mapped at 332 acres with no containment. The cause of the fire is unknown. The fire is currently burning on private and public land and was reported today at approximately 12:30 p.m. Crews are on scene and will continue working throughout the night to minimize the spread of the fire.

Garfield County Sheriff's Office - Colorado implemented evacuations on County Road 310 and 338 at County Road 301. They will remain in effect until further notice.

We appreciate the support from the community and our partners. In the interest of public and emergency responder safety, please avoid the area.

We will share more information as it becomes available.

U.S. Wildland Fire Service Grand Valley Fire Protection District

08/01/2026

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