Glenwood Springs Fire Department

8.4.22, 1:19 pm – Glenwood Springs Fire Department personnel responded to small wildland fire above Walmart in Glenwood Springs today. Crews quickly responded and were able to contain the fire to 1/10 of an acre. The fire was burning near a homeless camp, which is why there was a small propane explosion. The fire was contained in about 40 minutes. Mutual aid was received from Carbondale & Rural Fire Protection District, Glenwood Springs Police Dept, and Garfield County Sheriff’s Office – Colorado.

Expect to see crews in the area for a little longer while the fire is mopped up.