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Routt County Fire Chiefs Warn of Early Wildfire Season

3/25/2026

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Fire chiefs in Routt County, Colorado, urge residents to prepare for an early, intense wildfire season due to historically low snowpack and conditions reminiscent of 2012 and 2020.
The National Weather Service issued a Red Flag Warning for the area.
They urge home hardening and outline six steps for protecting properties.
A Community Outreach Meeting is scheduled for April 9 to educate residents on wildfire preparedness.

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Story summary

Fire chiefs in Routt County, Colorado, urge residents to prepare for an early, intense wildfire season due to historically low snowpack and conditions reminiscent of 2012 and 2020.
The National Weather Service issued a Red Flag Warning for the area.
They urge home hardening and outline six steps for protecting properties.
A Community Outreach Meeting is scheduled for April 9 to educate residents on wildfire preparedness.