Derby Fire: Colorado River Road closure for the Derby Fire has been extended south

August 22, 2025August 22, 2025 gc webEagle County Sheriff's Office

Eagle County Sheriff’s Office

Colorado River Road closure for the Derby Fire has been extended south, starting from the north side of the Dotsero roundabout to Red Dirt Rd. This closure is for all non-residents and non-emergency traffic.

While we understand the impact of road closures, safeguarding and the life safety of people is always our highest priority. This precaution allows emergency crews to focus fully on protecting residents and responders in the area.

Out of respect for your safety and the safety of our dedicated first responders, we ask that you avoid the area unless you’re part of the emergency response team. Every moment and movement matters right now.

***EN ESPAÑOL***

El cierre de la carretera Colorado River por el incendio Derby se ha ampliado hacia el sur, desde el lado norte de la glorieta de Dotsero hasta la calle Red Dirt. Este cierre está para todos los que no son residentes y el tráfico que no sea de emergencia.

Aunque entendemos el impacto que tienen los cierres de carreteras, nuestra prioridad siempre es proteger la vida de las personas. Esta precaución permite que los equipos de emergencia se concentren en proteger a los residentes y a los socorristas de la zona.

Por respeto a su seguridad y a la de nuestros dedicados equipos de emergencia, le pedimos que evite la zona a menos que forme parte del equipo de emergencia. En estos momentos, cada momento y cada movimiento cuentan.

Derby Fire Official Information

FACEBOOK – Derby fire @derbyfire
INCIWEB – Derby Fire
WHITE RIVER NATIONAL FOREST – facebook.com/whiteriverNF @whiteriverNF
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EAGLE COUNTY INFO
REGISTER FOR ALERTS – 911 alerts
INCIDENT UPDATES – EC Emergency or Reachwell app
FACEBOOK – facebook.com/eaglecountyso@eaglecountyso
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GARFIELD COUNTY INFO
REGISTER FOR ALERTS – 911 alerts or Reachwell app
INCIDENT UPDATES / SUBSCRIBE – Garfield County emergency
FACEBOOK – facebook.com/garcosheriff @garcosheriff

Lee Fire: BLM Colorado rescinds public land closure order for Lee Fire

August 22, 2025August 22, 2025 gc webBureau of Land Management

Bureau of Land Management

New Release

BLM Colorado, Upper Colorado District, Colorado River Valley Field Office
Media Contact: Heather Marsh, hmarsh@blm.gov, 970-852-9272
Aug. 22, 2025

BLM Colorado rescinds public land closure order for Lee Fire

SILT, Colo. — Today, the Bureau of Land Management rescinded the land closure order for BLM-managed public lands in Garfield County because of the Lee Fire. The rescission is effective immediately because fire and emergency managers have determined the area is safe.

BLM issued the emergency closure Aug. 11 to ensure public and firefighter safety during suppression and contingency efforts. Activity related to the Lee Fire will continue until the fire is controlled. BLM urges the public to use caution in the area.

The public land closure for the Derby Fire, in Garfield and Eagle Counties, is still in effect. Additionally, the BLM Colorado River Valley Field Office and U.S. Forest White River National Forest remain under stage 2 fire restrictions. Information about fire restrictions is available on the BLM Upper Colorado River District Fire Restrictions webpage.

We appreciate your understanding as we prioritize safety and resource integrity during this critical time. For more information, please call the Colorado River Valley Field Office front desk at 970-876-9000.
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BLM Colorado Lee Fire closure news release
BLM Colorado Lee Fire closure rescission order

Lee Fire: Zone downgrades for Garfield County

August 22, 2025 gc webGarfield County Sheriff's Office

Garfield County Sheriff’s Office

EVACUATION update from Garfield County Sheriff’s Office:

LEE FIRE

8.22.25, noon: Two zones in Garfield County are downgrading status now due to decreased fire activity and successful suppression efforts.

Zone 80 is in READY (GREEN) West of Highway 13 in north Garfield County
Zone 81 is in READY (GREEN) West and south of Zone 80 in north Garfield County

Lee Fire zones in Garfield County remain in READY (GREEN) status at this time.

INTERACTIVE EVACUATION MAP: http://bit.ly/lee-fire-zones (check your address)

As a reminder:

GO = Evacuate immediately from your area. Leave now – danger in your area.

SET = Short notice evacuation likely in your area. Prepare for sudden evacuations. Leave now if you need extra time.

READY = Possible evacuation in your area. Prepare, monitor, and pack your valuables.

Garfield County: REGISTER FOR ALERTS – garco911.com
INCIDENT UPDATES/SUBSCRIBE – garfieldcounty.net
FACEBOOK – facebook.com/garcosheriff
Elk and Lee Fire Information page: https://www.facebook.com/elkleefire

Derby Fire: August 22, 2025 Derby Fire Update

August 22, 2025August 22, 2025 gc webNorthern Rockies Complex Incident Management Team 3

Northern Rockies Complex Incident Management Team 3, Incident Commander Mike Behrens

Derby Fire update document – English
Derby Fire update document – Spanish

Location: 13 miles north of Dotsero, CO
Start Date: 8/16/2025;
Cause: Lightning
Size: Est. 3569 acres
Completion/Containment: 0% 211 total personnel

PUBLIC MEETING TONIGHT – 630pm Gypsum Town Hall, 50 Lundgren Blvd.

Key Message:

Aircraft dropped water and fire retardant along the Derby Fire’s western flank. Firefighters built dozer lines along the fire’s southern perimeter, then worked overnight to secure it. Structure protection on over 200 structures has been completed.

Current Status:

The fire is expanding slowly because it is mostly driven by fuels and not wind. Fire managers are being vigilant in their preparations for thunderstorm outflow winds that could push fire south into the Sweetwater Creek drainage. Fire managers have already worked to complete structure protection for over 200 structures along Sweetwater Rd. to Red Dirt Creek by positioning sprinkler kits and removing surrounding fuels. Yesterday firefighters established dozer lines along the fire’s southern perimeter, then worked to secure it overnight. Aircraft supported ground crews by dropping water and fire retardant along the fire’s west flank to slow its expansion toward Sweetwater Rd., buying time for firefighters to secure and connect containment lines.

Weather and Fire Behavior:

The trend of hot and dry weather continues to make subalpine fuels very receptive to fire spread. However, the weekend is likely to bring cooler temperatures and increased chances of monsoonal precipitation. Daytime smoke and nighttime glows from the fire may be visible.

Closures and Special Messages:

Eagle County has issued an evacuation notice for residents of Sweetwater Rd. and areas of the Colorado River Rd. from Sweetwater to Red Dirt Creek. Derby Mesa Loop remains in pre-evacuation status. More evacuation information is available at www.ecemergency.org, including where to shelter and resources for pets and livestock.

The Forest Service and BLM have both issued public closure orders in the vicinity of the fire to protect public and firefighter safety. The White River National Forest’s closure order and map are posted at https://www.fs.usda.gov/r02/whiteriver. The BLM Colorado River Valley Field Office’s closure order and map are posted at https://www.blm.gov/…/blm-issues-land-closure-garfield….

#derbyfire #FireYear2025

Derby Fire official information:

FACEBOOK – Derby fire @derbyfire
INCIWEB – Derby Fire
WHITE RIVER NATIONAL FOREST – facebook.com/whiteriverNF @whiteriverNF

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EAGLE COUNTY INFO
REGISTER FOR ALERTS – 911 alerts
INCIDENT UPDATES – EC Emergency or Reachwell app
FACEBOOK – facebook.com/eaglecountyso @eaglecountyso

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GARFIELD COUNTY INFO
REGISTER FOR ALERTS – 911 alerts or Reachwell app
INCIDENT UPDATES / SUBSCRIBE – Garfield County emergency
FACEBOOK – facebook.com/garcosheriff @garcosheriff

Incendio de Derby: Actualización del 22 de agosto de 2025 sobre el incendio de Derby

Equipo de gestión de incidentes 3 del complejo Northern Rockies, comandante del incidente Mike Behrens

Documento de actualización sobre el incendio de Derby – Inglés
Documento de actualización sobre el incendio de Derby – Español

Ubicación: 13 millas al norte de Dotsero, CO
Fecha de inicio: 16/8/2025;
Causa: Rayo
Tamaño: Est. 3569 acres
Finalización/Contención: 0% 211 efectivos en total

REUNIÓN PÚBLICA ESTA NOCHE – 6:30 pm Ayuntamiento de Gypsum, 50 Lundgren Blvd.

Mensaje clave:

Aviones lanzaron agua y retardante de fuego a lo largo del flanco oeste del incendio Derby. Los bomberos construyeron líneas de excavadoras a lo largo del perímetro sur del incendio y trabajaron durante la noche para asegurarlo. Se completó la protección de más de 200 estructuras.

Estado actual:

El incendio se está expandiendo lentamente debido a que es impulsado principalmente por combustibles y no por el viento. Los bomberos se mantienen alertas en sus preparativos ante los vientos de salida de tormenta que podrían empujar el fuego hacia el sur, hacia la cuenca del arroyo Sweetwater. Los bomberos ya han completado la protección de más de 200 estructuras a lo largo de Sweetwater Rd. hasta Red Dirt Creek, instalando equipos de rociadores y retirando los combustibles circundantes. Ayer, los bomberos establecieron líneas de excavadoras a lo largo del perímetro sur del incendio y trabajaron para asegurarlo durante la noche. Aeronaves apoyaron a los equipos de tierra lanzando agua y retardante de fuego a lo largo del flanco oeste del incendio para frenar su expansión hacia Sweetwater Rd., lo que les dio tiempo a los bomberos para asegurar y conectar las líneas de contención.

El clima y el comportamiento del fuego:

La tendencia al clima cálido y seco continúa haciendo que los combustibles subalpinos sean muy susceptibles a la propagación del fuego. Sin embargo, es probable que el fin de semana traiga temperaturas más bajas y mayores probabilidades de precipitaciones monzónicas. Es posible que se observe humo diurno y resplandores nocturnos del incendio.

Cierres y mensajes especiales:

El Condado de Eagle ha emitido un aviso de evacuación para los residentes de Sweetwater Rd. y áreas de Colorado River Rd. desde Sweetwater hasta Red Dirt Creek. Derby Mesa Loop permanece en estado de preevacuación. Puede encontrar más información sobre la evacuación en www.ecemergency.org , incluyendo dónde refugiarse y recursos para mascotas y ganado.

El Servicio Forestal y la Oficina de Administración de Tierras (BLM) han emitido órdenes de cierre público en las inmediaciones del incendio para proteger la seguridad del público y de los bomberos. La orden de cierre y el mapa del Bosque Nacional del Río Blanco están publicados en https://www.fs.usda.gov/r02/whiteriver . La orden de cierre y el mapa de la Oficina de Campo del Valle del Río Colorado de la BLM están publicados en https://www.blm.gov/…/blm-issues-land-closure-garfield… .

#derbyfire #AñoDelFuego2025

Información oficial de Derby Fire:

FACEBOOK – Derby Fire @derbyfire INCIWEB – Derby Fire BOSQUE NACIONAL WHITE RIVER – facebook.com/whiteriverNF @whiteriverNF

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INFORMACIÓN DEL CONDADO DE EAGLE
REGÍSTRESE PARA RECIBIR ALERTAS – Alertas del 911 ACTUALIZACIONES DE INCIDENTES – Aplicación EC Emergency o Reachwell FACEBOOK – facebook.com/eaglecountyso @eaglecountyso

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INFORMACIÓN DEL CONDADO DE GARFIELD
REGÍSTRESE PARA RECIBIR ALERTAS – Alertas del 911 o aplicación Reachwell ACTUALIZACIONES DE INCIDENTES / SUSCRÍBASE – Emergencia del condado de Garfield FACEBOOK – facebook.com/garcosheriff @garcosheriff

Derby Fire: Weather update video

August 22, 2025 gc webNorthern Rockies Complex Incident Management Team 3

Northern Rockies Complex Incident Management – Team 3

Ryan Fliehman, Incident Meterologist, provides an overview of the weather forecast for the next few days over the fire area.

Derby Fire official information:

FACEBOOK – Derby fire @derbyfire
INCIWEB – Derby Fire
WHITE RIVER NATIONAL FOREST – facebook.com/whiteriverNF @whiteriverNF

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EAGLE COUNTY INFO
REGISTER FOR ALERTS – 911 alerts
INCIDENT UPDATES – EC Emergency or Reachwell app
FACEBOOK – facebook.com/eaglecountyso @eaglecountyso

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Derby Fire: Derby Fire Operations Update Video, August 22, 2025

August 22, 2025August 22, 2025 gc webRocky Mountain Area Complex Incident Management Team 3

Northern Rockies Complex Incident Management – Team 3

Derby Fire Operations Section Chief, Philip Knaub, provides an operations briefing on August 22, 2025.

Derby Fire official information:

FACEBOOK – Derby fire @derbyfire
INCIWEB – Derby Fire
WHITE RIVER NATIONAL FOREST – facebook.com/whiteriverNF @whiteriverNF

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EAGLE COUNTY INFO
REGISTER FOR ALERTS – 911 alerts
INCIDENT UPDATES – EC Emergency or Reachwell app
FACEBOOK – facebook.com/eaglecountyso @eaglecountyso

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Derby Fire: Derby Fire Quick Facts: August 22, 2025, 7:50 am

August 22, 2025August 22, 2025 gc webNorthern Rockies Complex Incident Management Team 3

Northern Rockies Complex Incident Management – Team 3

Total acreage: 3,569 acres with 0% containment
211 personnel/resources assigned
Resources continue to arrive to the fire and will be beginning assignments today!

Superficie total: 3,569 acres con 0% de contención
211 personas/recursos asignados ¡
Los recursos continúan llegando al incendio y comenzarán sus asignaciones hoy!

#derbyfire #FireYear2025

Photo: Air attack drops retardant east of Sweetwater Lake around 2:30pm on Thurs. August 21, 2025 courtesy of Eric White.

Derby Fire official information:

FACEBOOK – Derby fire @derbyfire
INCIWEB – Derby Fire
WHITE RIVER NATIONAL FOREST – facebook.com/whiteriverNF @whiteriverNF

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EAGLE COUNTY INFO
REGISTER FOR ALERTS – 911 alerts
INCIDENT UPDATES – EC Emergency or Reachwell app
FACEBOOK – facebook.com/eaglecountyso @eaglecountyso

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Derby Fire: Derby Fire Community Update

August 21, 2025August 21, 2025 gc webNorthern Rockies Complex Incident Management Team 3

Northern Rockies Complex Incident Management Team 3

Please join us for a Facebook live Community Update on the Derby Fire.
Thursday, August 21, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. MDT
Public · Anyone on or off Facebook

Facebook: Derby Fire Official Fire Information @derbyfire

Derby Fire official information

FACEBOOK – Derby fire @derbyfire
INCIWEB – Derby Fire
WHITE RIVER NATIONAL FOREST – facebook.com/whiteriverNF @whiteriverNF

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EAGLE COUNTY INFO
REGISTER FOR ALERTS – 911 alerts
INCIDENT UPDATES – EC Emergency or Reachwell app
FACEBOOK – facebook.com/eaglecountyso @eaglecountyso

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Derby Fire: Operations Briefing Video – August 21, 2025

August 21, 2025August 21, 2025 gc webNorthern Rockies Complex Incident Management Team 3

Northern Rockies Complex Incident Management Team 3

August 21st Derby Fire Ops update

Derby Fire official information:

FACEBOOK – Derby fire @derbyfire
INCIWEB – Derby Fire
WHITE RIVER NATIONAL FOREST – facebook.com/whiteriverNF @whiteriverNF

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EAGLE COUNTY INFO
REGISTER FOR ALERTS – 911 alerts
INCIDENT UPDATES – EC Emergency or Reachwell app
FACEBOOK – facebook.com/eaglecountyso @eaglecountyso

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Derby Fire: Leave evacuated areas for safety

August 21, 2025August 21, 2025 gc webEagle County Emergency Operations Center, Eagle County Sheriff's Office, Garfield County Sheriff's Office

Eagle County Sheriff’s Office, Garfield County Sheriff’s Office, Eagle County Emergency Operations Center

August 21, 10:45 a.m. – The Derby Fire grew to more than 2600 acres in the past two days. Winds are moving in a southward direction today, August 21, and outflow winds pushing downward risk fire spread today.

Eagle County: Zone 266-A along the Colorado River Road has been moved to pre-evacuation status. The Colorado River Road remains closed to non-residents and unapproved traffic. Evacuations remain in place for Sweetwater and Red Dirt Creek.

Leave evacuated areas now for your immediate safety.

Evacuations remain in place for zones 327, 330, 266, 264, and 265, including Sweetwater Road and sections of the Colorado River Road from Sweetwater to Red Dirt Creek both in Eagle and Garfield counties. Click on the map to identify the zones: Genasys Protect.

SWEETWATER, SWEETWATER LAKE AND TO WEST END OF CR 150 – Evacuation in place
COLORADO RIVER ROAD – Evacuation in place
DERBY MESA – Pre-evacuation, prepare to leave, monitor updates
Follow directions from authorities.
For evacuation questions, please call the Eagle County Evacuation information line: 970-328-7400.

Evacuated areas are lawfully closed to public access.

Eagle County’s evacuation center

Gypsum Recreation Center, 52 Lundgren Blvd, Gypsum, is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Services available at the Evacuation Center include: information sharing, resource connection, showers, restroom facilities and light refreshments. It is located near The Salvation Army Canteen that provides meals for evacuees and first responders.The evacuation center is not accepting or in need of any donations at this time. Monetary donations can be made to the Salvation Army.

Parking at the Eagle Sports Complex for evacuees
The Eagle Sports Complex parking lot is available for evacuees to park and camp, providing easy access to their livestock being sheltered at the fairgrounds.

Move animals to safety

For anyone seeking support for livestock and animal evacuations, please contact Connie Melzer of CSU Extension, 970-471-8043. The Eagle County Fairgrounds are closed to public use at this time.

For support with smaller animals, dogs and cats, please call the Eagle County Animal Services #970-471-3763.

Smoke impacts

If visibility is less than 5 miles, smoke has reached levels that are unhealthy. Stay indoors and consider creating a clean air space or leaving the area temporarily.

The fire is now managed by the Northern Rockies Complex Incident Management 3 team.

Derby Fire email
2025.derby@firenet.gov

Derby Fire phone
For Derby Fire questions, please contact: 970-355-3283.

Derby Fire official information:

FACEBOOK – Derby fire @derbyfire
INCIWEB – Derby Fire
WHITE RIVER NATIONAL FOREST – facebook.com/whiteriverNF @whiteriverNF

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EAGLE COUNTY INFO
REGISTER FOR ALERTS – 911 alerts
INCIDENT UPDATES – EC Emergency or Reachwell app
FACEBOOK – facebook.com/eaglecountyso @eaglecountyso

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Allow government alerts on your mobile phone (like Amber alerts) to receive emergency alerts released for geographical areas.

For areas without cell service, consider using a GPS device that allows satellite notifications.

Incendio de Derby: abandone las áreas evacuadas por seguridad

Oficina del Sheriff del Condado de Eagle, Oficina del Sheriff del Condado de Garfield, Centro de Operaciones de Emergencia del Condado de Eagle

21 de agosto, 10:45 a. m. – El incendio Derby se extendió a más de 2600 acres en los últimos dos días. Los vientos se mueven hacia el sur hoy, 21 de agosto, y los vientos de salida que empujan hacia abajo podrían provocar la propagación del incendio.

Condado de Eagle: La zona 266-A a lo largo de Colorado River Road ha sido puesta en estado de preevacuación. Colorado River Road permanece cerrada al tráfico no autorizado y a los no residentes. Se mantienen las evacuaciones en Sweetwater y Red Dirt Creek.

Abandone las áreas evacuadas ahora para su seguridad inmediata .

Se mantienen las evacuaciones en las zonas 327, 330, 266, 264 y 265, incluyendo Sweetwater Road y tramos de Colorado River Road desde Sweetwater hasta Red Dirt Creek, en los condados de Eagle y Garfield. Haga clic en el mapa para identificar las zonas: Genasys Protect .

SWEETWATER, SWEETWATER LAKE Y HASTA EL EXTREMO OESTE DE LA CR 150: Evacuación en marcha.
COLORADO RIVER ROAD: Evacuación en marcha.
DERBY MESA: Preevacuación, prepárese para partir, esté atento a las actualizaciones
. Siga las instrucciones de las autoridades.
Para preguntas sobre evacuación, llame a la línea de información de evacuación del Condado de Eagle: 970-328-7400.

Las áreas evacuadas están legalmente cerradas al público.

Centro de evacuación del condado de Eagle

El Centro de Recreación Gypsum, 52 Lundgren Blvd, Gypsum, está abierto de 9 a. m. a 5 p. m.

Los servicios disponibles en el Centro de Evacuación incluyen: intercambio de información, conexión con recursos, duchas, baños y refrigerios. Está ubicado cerca de la cantina del Ejército de Salvación, que ofrece comidas a evacuados y personal de primera respuesta. El centro de evacuación no acepta ni necesita donaciones actualmente. Se pueden hacer donaciones monetarias al Ejército de Salvación.

Estacionamiento en el Complejo Deportivo Eagle para evacuados
El estacionamiento del Complejo Deportivo Eagle está disponible para que los evacuados puedan estacionar y acampar, proporcionando fácil acceso a su ganado que se encuentra refugiado en el recinto ferial.

Trasladar a los animales a un lugar seguro

Si necesita ayuda para la evacuación de ganado y animales, comuníquese con Connie Melzer, de la Extensión de la CSU, al 970-471-8043. El recinto ferial del condado de Eagle está cerrado al público en este momento.

Para obtener ayuda con animales más pequeños, perros y gatos, llame a los Servicios para Animales del Condado de Eagle al # 970-471-3763.

Impactos del humo

Si la visibilidad es inferior a 8 kilómetros, el humo ha alcanzado niveles insalubres. Permanezca en el interior y considere crear un espacio de aire limpio o abandonar el área temporalmente.

El incendio ahora está siendo controlado por el equipo de Gestión de Incidentes 3 del Complejo Northern Rockies.

Correo electrónico de Derby Fire
: 2025.derby@firenet.gov

Teléfono de Derby Fire
Para preguntas sobre Derby Fire , comuníquese al: 970-355-3283.

Información oficial de Derby Fire:

FACEBOOK – Derby Fire @derbyfire INCIWEB – Derby Fire BOSQUE NACIONAL WHITE RIVER – facebook.com/whiteriverNF @whiteriverNF

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Permita que las alertas gubernamentales en su teléfono móvil (como las alertas Amber) reciban alertas de emergencia publicadas para áreas geográficas.

Para áreas sin servicio celular, considere usar un dispositivo GPS que permita notificaciones satelitales.