Rocky Flats NWR

Important information and timely updates at the Rocky Flats National Wildlife Refuge.

[Jeffco Sheriff @jeffcosheriffco]

Sheriff Reggie Marinelli has ordered Stage 1 Fire Restrictions to remain in place for unincorporated Jefferson County until further notice.

The order begins at 12:01 a.m. tonight, June 29.

Wildfire risk remains high due to ongoing dry conditions, critical weather, increased fire activity across Colorado and the West, and no immediate relief in the forecast.

Prohibited activities include:
• Fireworks
• Fires and campfires, except in permanent fire grates
• Smoking, except in enclosed buildings or vehicles, developed recreation sites, or barren clearings
• Open burning and bonfires
• Tracer or incendiary rounds and explosive targets

For more information on current fire restrictions, visit: https://t.co/yecR3HK499 

JCSO will continue to monitor conditions and will make changes to the fire restrictions when appropriate.

[NWS Boulder @NWSBoulder]

Aviso de Tormenta Severa incluye Boulder CO, Nederland CO, Eldorado Springs CO hasta las 10:00 PM MDT

[NWS Boulder @NWSBoulder]

Severe Thunderstorm Warning including Boulder CO, Nederland CO and Eldorado Springs CO until 10:00 PM MDT

[NWS Boulder @NWSBoulder]

🔥Red Flag Warning Wednesday🔥

Widespread critical fire weather conditions and potential for rapid wildfire spread Wednesday. #COwx

🤔Plan ahead
🚫Any activity that may produce a spark
✅Follow instructions from local officials should a wildfire start

[Boulder County Sheriff’s Office @BldrCOSheriff]

Please help us identify this woman. Update as of 4/10/26 at 4:45 p.m.

She is believed to be 20–30 years old, approximately 5’5”, 120 lbs, with auburn hair. She has three butterfly tattoos on her right upper arm and was last seen wearing a green running shirt, black running shorts with white stripes, a dark windbreaker-style jacket, and white/pink Saucony running shoes. She was also using Beats earbuds.

If you recognize this description, have door camera footage from the area, or have a loved one matching this description you have not been able to contact, please call the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office at 303-441-4444

[NWS Boulder @NWSBoulder]

🔥RED FLAG WARNING TODAY🔥

Critical fire weather conditions including strong, gusty winds, low humidity, much above normal temperatures, and recent dryness all spell conditions favorable for rapid wildfire spread should a new fire start. Be ready to take swift action. #COwx

[Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) @ColoradoDOT]

#CO93 northbound/southbound: Road closed due to safety concerns between CO 72 and CO 128/120th Avenue. https://t.co/zbCbTca3WF

[Boulder Fire-Rescue @boulder_fire]

Bluebell Fire Update - 5:05pm

Containment: 75%

Acres: 1.5

Weather: No concerning changes in the outlook

Trails: Closed for the night. Follow @boulderosmp for reopening info.

Another update will be provided in an hour.

(photo taken at 5:03pm today)

[Rocky Flats NWR @USFWSRFL_Alert]

@TheRealMarkLevy @USFWSRMA_Alert There are multiple units/locations. Wind direction determines which may be burned. This is the general notice and more specific locations will be provided prior.

[Rocky Flats NWR @USFWSRFL_Alert]

🔥 Wildfire located in Boulder. Multiple resources and aircraft responding. There is not a fire on the #WildlifeRefuge 🔥

[Jeffco Sheriff @jeffcosheriffco]

Jeffco friends, heads up as you roll into the weekend.

We are in Stage 1 Fire Restrictions, and conditions are stacked against us right now. We’ve had very little moisture, multiple fires recently along the Front Range, and we are expecting wind with extremely dry fuels. That combo can turn one small mistake into a fast-moving wildfire.

No outdoor fires. Period.

Reminders:
• Dispose of fireplace ashes properly, and only after they are fully cold
• Check vehicle chains so they are secure and not dragging
• Put cigarettes out completely and never toss them on the ground or out a window

Have fun. Be safe. Protect Jeffco.
#cofire

[NWS Boulder @NWSBoulder]

A Red Flag Warning is in effect Tuesday for all of the I-25 corridor and eastern plains. Mild, dry, and very wind conditions will lead to critical fire weather conditions during the day. Stay safe! Avoid any outdoor activities that could cause a spark #cowx

[Rocky Flats NWR @USFWSRFL_Alert]

Anyone with information can contact @jeffcosheriffco

[Jeffco Sheriff @jeffcosheriffco]

@ArvadaFire @ArvadaPolice @boulder_fire @ColoradoDOT Anyone who may have been in the area of Hwy 72 around 8:15 a.m. today—who may have witnessed the fire start, the early stages of the fire or has photos/videos is urged to call our TIPLINE at 303-271-5612.

[Jeffco Sheriff @jeffcosheriffco]

@ArvadaFire @ArvadaPolice @boulder_fire @ColoradoDOT The Plainview Fire is estimated at approximately 130 acres. JCSO and Coal Creek Canyon FD will remain on scene to investigate the cause of today’s fire.

All road closures have been lifted.

[Rocky Flats NWR @USFWSRFL_Alert]

Fire remains WEST of Highway 93.

[Jeffco Sheriff @jeffcosheriffco]

The Plainview Fire is at 80% containment and does not appear to be related to the train tracks. Great team work from @ArvadaFire, @ArvadaPolice, @boulder_fire, Boulder Open Space, Coal Creek Fire & @ColoradoDOT. Please avoid the area due to the ongoing fire suppression efforts and subsequent road closures.

[Jeffco Sheriff @jeffcosheriffco]

JCSO on scene of a grass fire at Hwy 93 & Hwy 72, causing a full road closure in all directions. The fire appears to have started along the railroad tracks. Multiple agencies and resources on scene.

[Rocky Flats NWR @USFWSRFL_Alert]

USFWS fire equipment is on scene and more en route. Please head local warnings and closures.

[Arvada Fire @ArvadaFire]

Law enforcement has issued a pre-evacuation notice for the Candelas community. The fire is still on the NW side of Hwy 93&72 as firefighters work on placing the fire under control in windy conditions.

[Arvada Fire @ArvadaFire]

Law enforcement has issued a pre-evacuation notice for the Candelas community. The fire is still on the NW side of Hwy 93&72 as firefighters work on placing the fire under control in windy conditions.

[USFWS History @USFWSHistory]

This Day in Environmental History: July 12, 2007 Rocky Flats National Wildlife Refuge, Colorado est. From 1952-1994, the site was one of 13 nuclear weapons production facilities in the US. Today it houses elk, deer, raptors, songbirds, waterfowl, prairie dogs, & coyotes.
#tdih

[Jeffco Sheriff @jeffcosheriffco]

🔥The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning for Jefferson County TODAY, Sunday, July 14, from noon until midnight.

***Therefore, ALL OF UNINCORPORATED JEFFCO will be in the Red Flag Fire Weather Restrictions through MIDNIGHT on SUNDAY, JULY 14.***

***Red Flag Fire Weather Restrictions have the same open flame limitations as Stage 1 Fire Restrictions***

Red Flag Fire Weather Restrictions are automatically implemented in unincorporated Jeffco on any day that the National Weather Service issues a Red Flag Warning for part or all of the county. The Red Flag Fire Weather Restrictions have the same open flame limitations as Stage 1 Fire Restrictions and are in effect through midnight of the day the warning expires.

The restrictions are available at https://t.co/Oq9E90QUjE.
We want to keep our residents and visitors safe and help protect our county from wildland fires. To ensure notification of Red Flag Warnings and, thereby, Red Flag Fire Weather Restrictions, we encourage residents and frequent visitors to Jefferson County to:

***REGISTER FOR LookoutAlert EMERGENCY NOTIFICATIONS at https://t.co/m5daqgG8ln ***
Be sure to select “Severe Weather Notifications” from the notification options.