Information in this report was gathered prior to 8:30 a.m.
State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) Activation Level
Level 2: supporting response and recovery support for multiple fires around the state.
Current Disasters/Large Incidents
416 Fire, La Plata
Burro Fire, La Plata
Spring Fire, Costilla and Huerfano Counties
Chateau Fire, Teller County
Weston Pass Fire, Park County
Major Road Impacts/Closures
· US 160 is closed in both directions over La Veta Pass between Fort Garland - La Veta due to a nearby wildfire. No estimated time for reopening. Possible alternate route: US 50 west of Pueblo to US 285. Hwy 12 west of Trinidad is *NOT* a suitable alternate route.
· CO Hwy 12 is closed between the Cuchara Pass area - La Veta.
· US 285 is closed both directions due to wildfire from Antero Junction to Fairplay. CO 9 and US 24 being used as alternate routes.
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