Larimer County Office of Emergency Management

Larimer County Office of Emergency Management The Larimer County Office of Emergency Management page provides updates and information before, during, and after emergencies in Larimer County.

06/08/2026

Costs are rising. Needs are growing. Tough decisions are coming.

What will it take to keep Larimer County running while protecting the services our community depends on?

Join Larimer County Commissioners and leadership for a candid town hall conversation about public safety, county services, and the decisions shaping our future.

⏰ 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
📆 June 29, 2026
📍 Larimer County Office of Emergency Operations Center- 4872 Endeavor Dr, Johnstown, CO 80534

50 Years Later: Remembering the 1976 Big Thompson Flood Join us as we come together to commemorate the 50th Anniversary ...
06/08/2026

50 Years Later: Remembering the 1976 Big Thompson Flood
Join us as we come together to commemorate the 50th Anniversary of the 1976 Big Thompson Flood and honor the lives and resilience of the community.

This special public event will feature:
🗣️ Guest speakers and reflections
🏺 Historic artifacts and commemorative displays
🤝 Opportunities to connect with first responders, partners, and neighbors

Attendees will also receive a FREE commemorative challenge coin, with the final design selected by community members earlier this year.

1976 Big Thompson Flood - 50th Anniversary Event
📅 Friday, July 31, 2026
🕑 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
📍 Pulliam Community Building
545 Cleveland Ave, Loveland, CO 80537

Please let us know if you plan to attend by completing our short RSVP form. https://forms.gle/C41pkyD27PLVfdjg8

06/08/2026

Hot temperatures, low humidity, and gusty winds on Tuesday afternoon will result in an environment favorable for rapid fire spread over the plains of northeastern Colorado, including the Denver metro area and I-25 corridor. Exercise fire safety precautions!

🏡🔥Larimer County and the Coalition for the Poudre River Watershed - CPRW have launched the Home Ignition Zone Mitigation...
06/05/2026

🏡🔥Larimer County and the Coalition for the Poudre River Watershed - CPRW have launched the Home Ignition Zone Mitigation Assistance Program (HIZ MAP), giving eligible homeowners in Cherokee Meadows, Crystal Lakes, Glacier View, and Poudre Canyon access to up to $4,000 in wildfire mitigation work on their property.

That means real defensible space work — vegetation management, fuel reduction — with contractor coordination handled through the program.

Getting started takes three steps:
1️⃣ Schedule a free Home Ignition Zone Assessment (HIZA) with your local fire department
2️⃣ Determine your eligibility for HIZ MAP
3️⃣ Apply online

Note: applying doesn't guarantee assistance, and the program does not cover home-hardening improvements like roofing or vents. But if you've been putting off your defensible space work, this is the support to make it happen.

👉 poudrewatershed.org/hizmap
Questions? Email Kea Klug, HIZ Program Specialist: [email protected]

06/05/2026

Temperatures will be on the rise this weekend, with highs in the 90s across much of the plains. Make sure to drink plenty of water and take breaks in the shade if spending time outdoors this weekend. Avoid strenuous activities during the heat of day. Peak heat arrives next Tuesday - Wednesday.

✅Community Preparedness Resources✅Ways you can prepare for emergencies in Larimer County:- Dare to Prepare Community Edu...
05/30/2026

✅Community Preparedness Resources✅

Ways you can prepare for emergencies in Larimer County:
- Dare to Prepare Community Education Program
- How to Prepare for Everything Workshops
- Neighborhood Evacuation Drills
- Building Evacuation Go-Kit Checklists

Learn more at larimer.gov/emergency/prepare

05/29/2026

🔥LARIMER COUNTY FIRE RESTRICTIONS EXTENDED: MAY 6-JULY 21, 2026

Despite recent precipitation, the danger of wildfire, forest, and grass fires remains extremely high due to above-normal temperatures, extended drought, and persistently windy, dry conditions. On recommendation by the Larimer County Sheriff, the Board of Larimer County Commissioners voted 3-0 on Tuesday to extend fire restrictions.

CURRENTLY RESTRICTED:
❌Contained Open Fires. This includes open fire in a permanently constructed, stationary masonry or metal fireplaces specifically designed for the purpose of combustion
❌Uncontained Open Fires, including outdoor charcoal, pellet, and wood stoves/grills
❌Smoking in the open is not allowed, including on trails, parks and open spaces
❌Combustible devices
❌Operating or using any device with an internal or external combustion engine without a spark arrest device properly installed and in effective order

CURRENTLY ALLOWED:
✔️Fireplaces or wood stoves located inside a residence
✔️Gas or liquid fueled fires, including grills and camping stoves
✔️Open burning (official forest management purposes)
✔️Execution of authorized burn permits
✔️“Permissible fireworks” which do not leave the ground, as defined in Colorado State Statute (C.R.S. 24-33.5-2001(11))

PLEASE use good judgment if you're performing one of the activities that are allowed. Always be aware of your surroundings and play it smart. Preventing wildfire is everyone's responsibility!

These restrictions ONLY apply to unincorporated Larimer County; municipalities (towns/cities) set their own restrictions. Read the full resolution and check out an interactive map here: https://www.larimer.gov/spotlights/2026/05/27/larimer-county-extends-fire-restrictions

Help us select the final design for the commemorative challenge coin for the 50th Anniversary of the 1976 Big Thompson F...
05/29/2026

Help us select the final design for the commemorative challenge coin for the 50th Anniversary of the 1976 Big Thompson Flood. Please choose your favorite design from the three options below by Sunday, May 31, 2026.

✅TO VOTE: https://forms.gle/BxhrcCWyMnTfBRcn8

🔥Top 10 Wildfire Safety Tips🔥1. Create Defensible Space: Clear brush and dry grass within 30-100 feet of your home.2. Ha...
05/28/2026

🔥Top 10 Wildfire Safety Tips🔥

1. Create Defensible Space: Clear brush and dry grass within 30-100 feet of your home.
2. Hardened Home: Use fire-resistant roofing and clean embers from gutters.
3. Emergency Kit: Pack a "Go Bag" with water, food, and essentials.
4. Communication Plan: Have a designated contact and meeting spot.
5. Know Your Routes: Map at least two evacuation paths out of your neighborhood.
6. Sign Up for Alerts: Register for local emergency notifications.
7. Pet Safety: Include pet food and carriers in your evacuation plan.
8. Close the Gaps: Ensure vents are screened with fine metal mesh.
9. Family Drills: Practice your evacuation plan until it's second nature.
10. Leave Early: Evacuate as soon as ordered to stay ahead of the fire.

Address

4872 Endeavor Drive
Johnstown, CO
80534

Telephone

+19704987147

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