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Red Flag Warning

RED FLAG WARNING in effect for Saturday, June 20, 2026

The National Weather Service in Grand Junction has issued a Red Flag Warning for gusty winds, low relative humidity, and dry fuels, which is in effect from noon to 10 PM MDT Saturday.

A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions
are either occurring now, or will shortly. A combination of
strong winds, low relative humidity, and warm temperatures can
contribute to extreme fire behavior.

Please help protect our county by staying fire aware and using extra caution.

Fire Restrictions by Jurisdiction

Unincorporated Montezuma County: Fire ban in effect as of May 28, 6:00 am.
Unincorporated Dolores County: Stage 1 Restrictions- effective May 27 at 12:00 am
Town of Dolores: Burn ban in effect as of May 28, 6:00 am.
- Ordinance 536 – Open Fires (PDF)
Town of Mancos: No open fires or fireworks.
City of Cortez: Open fires by permit only. Contact Planning & Building Department at (970) 564-4016.
Ute Mountain Ute Tribe: Stage 1 Restrictions- effective May 22.
Southern Ute Tribe: Stage 1 restrictions- effective May 22.
San Juan National Forest: Stage 1 Restrictions, forest-wide effective June 12.
BLM – Tres Rios Field Office: Stage 1 fire restrictions begin Friday, May 29th at 12:01 am for all public lands administered by the Bureau of Land Management
Mesa Verde National Park: Stage 1 Restrictions

Please use caution when using anything that could cause a spark or fire, even when no restrictions are in effect. Fire danger is currently HIGH in Montezuma County.