Colorado River Fire Rescue
RIFLE, Colo. — June 11, 2026, 11:30 a.m. — Colorado River Fire Rescue (CRFR) continues to work alongside partner agencies following yesterday’s fast-moving structure and wildland fire that originated near Willow Creek Circle and spread along Government Creek to the Rifle Creek Apartments area.
Fire crews remained on scene overnight and continue to address hot spots and conduct mop-up operations. The fire has been mapped at 10 acres and is contained at this time.
Evacuations implemented during the incident have largely been lifted. Two apartment buildings remained under evacuation overnight; however, as of this morning, all residents except those displaced in the fire-damaged apartment building have been allowed to return to their residences.
Colorado River Fire Rescue was assisted by Grand Valley Fire Protection District, Glenwood Springs Fire Department, Carbondale & Rural Fire Protection District, Rifle Police Department, Garfield County Sheriff’s Office, Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT), Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW), BLM, Forest Service, and other cooperating agencies.
The cause of the fire remains under investigation. The Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control (DFPC) Fire Investigation Team has been requested to assist in determining the origin and cause of the fire.
As summer fire conditions continue to intensify across western Colorado, Colorado River Fire Rescue reminds residents that Garfield County is currently under Stage 1 Fire Restrictions. Residents and visitors are encouraged to exercise extra caution with any activity that could ignite a fire. Dry vegetation, warm temperatures, and windy conditions can quickly turn a small spark into a rapidly spreading wildfire.
CRFR thanks the public for their cooperation during the evacuations and recognizes the coordinated efforts of all responding agencies throughout the incident.
Leif Sackett
Fire Chief
Colorado River Fire Rescue
Colorado River Fire Rescue
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