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Elk Fire

Wildfire in Uncompahgre National Forest, Uncompahgre Wilderness, Rocky Mountains
Description

The 2026 Elk Fire started by lighting on 7-9-2026. The fire continues to burn in remote, rugged wilderness terrain where steep slopes, limited access, and complex terrain present significant risks to firefighters.  Because of these conditions, firefighters are using indirect suppression tactics around the perimeter, allowing crew to work safely while establishing a secure containment footprint. Crews are leveraging natural barriers, roads, and strategic landscape features to build firelines and protect values at risk. Firefighter safety remains the top priority.

When
July 12th at 12:13pm until further notice
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Last updated by InciWeb
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