Stage I Fire Restrictions remain in effect

Due to recent rain and moderating fuel conditions, Stage II fire restrictions will be rescinded for all trust lands throughout the Southern Ute Indian Reservation. Stage I fire restrictions will remain in place until conditions further improve as there is still a threat from wildland fire. Everyone on the Reservation is still asked to be cautious and use common sense with fire. 

This fire season has been long and challenging with several large fires occurring within the area and two impacting Southern Ute Reservation lands. The Ute 63 (550 acres) and the Rim Road (97 acres) fires required incident management organizations yet were suppressed successfully. All other fires (38 total fires) were kept under 10 acres with no injuries or accidents. 

 For a copy of the fire restrictions or more information regarding fire restrictions, please visit Southern Ute Agency Fire Management at 575 County Road 517, Ignacio, CO 81137. 

 Stage II Restrictions will be rescinded at 6 a.m., Wednesday, Aug. 27, 2025. STAGE I RESTRICTIONS REMAIN IN PLACE.