*Updated on September 18, 2024:

Wildfires have increasingly become a critical concern for Colorado, with each passing year experiencing more devastating and frequent blazes. As we look ahead to 2024, staying informed about current wildfires is more critical than ever. This article provides a comprehensive list of ongoing wildfires in Colorado, offering insights into their size and containment efforts.

Wildfires in Colorado 2024:

*This is a living list of Colorado wildfires and will be updated as needed.

• Alexander Mountain Fire
  • Size: 9,668 acres
  • Containment: 100%
• Bucktail Fire
  • Size: 7,202 acres
  • Containment: 83%
• Currant Creek Fire
  • Size: 193 acres
  • Containment: 100%
• Goltra Fire
  • Size: 205 acres
  • Containment: 100%
• Lake Shore Fire
  
  • Size: 7 acres
  • Containment: 100%

• Stone Canyon Fire
  • Size: 1,557 acres
  • Containment: 100%
• Oak Ridge Fire
  • Size: 1,310 acres
  • Containment: 10%
• Pearl Fire
  • Size: 128 acres
  • Containment: 5%
• Quarry Fire
  • Size: 579 acres
  • Containment: 100%

Wildfire Safety Guide:

Wildfires can pose significant threats to both life and property, so understanding how to stay safe is crucial. Here are some essential tips for wildfire safety:

1. Stay Informed: Keep track of local news and weather reports for wildfire warnings and alerts. Use apps or services that provide real-time updates.
2. Create a Family Emergency Plan: Have a plan that includes escape routes, meeting points, and emergency contacts. Practice this plan regularly to ensure everyone knows what to do.
3. Prepare Your Home: Maintain a defensible space around your home by clearing away dead vegetation, maintaining your lawn, and using fire-resistant materials in your landscaping.
4. Pack an Emergency Kit: Include essential supplies such as water, non-perishable food, medications, first aid supplies, and important documents in your emergency kit.
5. Evacuation: If told to evacuate, do so immediately. Leave early to avoid the last-minute rush and potentially dangerous situations.
6. Stay Low and Cover Your Mouth: If you are caught in smoke or fire, stay low to the ground as smoke rises. Cover your mouth with a cloth to help filter out harmful particles.
7. Follow Post-Fire Safety Protocols: After the fire has subsided, monitor updates concerning air quality and other hazards. Please stay away from burnt areas until authorities declare it safe to return.