#SandSpringsRX has a successful test fire and will continue with ignitions. Smoke may be visible from state hwy 126. #SouthPlatteRD

#SouthPlatteRD #SandSpringsRX fire operations are normal and resources will continue to black line.

#SouthPlatteRD has ceased ignitions for the #SandSpringsRX. Crews completed a total of 15 acres of black line. Lingering smoke may be visible throughout the evening and into the morning. Resources will remain on scene through the late evening and will continue to patrol tomorrow.

If weather and fuel conditions allow #SouthPlatteRD will proceed with ignitions on the #SandSpringsRX beginning on 7/12/2023. Operational updates will be posted USFS_Pike&San Isabel

The South Platte Ranger District is moving forward with the #SandSpringsRX prescribed fire July 12, 2023. The Forest Service in cooperation with North Fork and Elk Creek Fire Protection Districts will begin ignitions at 9 am and will remain on scene until the fire is declared out

#SandSpringsRX resources get briefed to review operation plan for the day. Weather and fuel conditions remain favorable to proceed with ignitions. #SouthPlatteRD makes their way to the unit for test fire.

#SandSpringsRX has a successful test fire and will proceed with ignitions. Smoke may be visible from hwy 126, Conifer, Pine & Bailey. #SouthPlatte and cooperator resources plan to burn 235 acres.

Ignitions on the #SandSpringsRX are going well. One resource objective for the RX is to create a sustainable forest by increasing diversity of forest vegetation and wildlife, while enhancing resistance to widespread insects and disease, and mitigating fuel loading. #SouthPlatteRD

#SandSpringsRx continues to burn well on the #SouthPlatteRd. More smoke is visible in the area due to fire progression. Another objective for this RX fire is to reduce the risk of large, catastrophic fires that threaten human life and property, and protect recreational resources.

#SouthPlatteRD ceases ignitions on the #SandSpringsRX completing a total of 235 acres. Smoke is still highly visible and may linger until the morning. Resources will remain on scene overnight and will patrol the unit tomorrow.

#SouthPlatteRD firefighters have been briefed and are reengaged on the #SandSpringsRX. Very little smoke is visible this morning but you can expect it to increase throughout the day as fuels dry and interior pockets continue to consume.

Press release - North Fork Fire Dept and ICFPD have joined Elk Creek Fire on PulsePoint, a 911-connected app that can immediately inform users of emergencies occurring in the community and request citizen’s help when CPR is needed nearby. elkcreekfpd.colorado.gov/press-release/… Jeffcom911co

The South Platte Ranger District has announced plans to burn up to 536 acres of National Forest System lands in the Green Mountain–Little Scraggy area of Jefferson County in the coming weeks. #GreenmountainRX #SouthPlatteRD Read more here: fs.usda.gov/detail/psicc/n…

North Fork Tender 1271 filling porta-tanks in Preparation for the #greenmountainrx

All ignitions have been completed for the #GreenMountainRX. Area residents please be aware that both smoke and flame may be visible overnight. Flame is from the interior of the burn area; crews are patrolling overnight to ensure the perimeter is secure.

A brief update about visible smoke on the #GreenMountainRX. Conditions continue to be favorable for holding the fire. #SouthPlatteRD

Here is a short video on how the fire effects appear on the landscape of the #GreenMountainRX, and a comparison of what it will look like in the months to come. Crews continue to secure and clean-up the edges of the burn area, and operations are all going as planned.

There is considerable recreation activity near the #GreenMountainRX again today. Please look out for firefighters and equipment and stay out of the burned area to reduce your risk of injury. There are areas of heat & other potential hazards.

North Fork Fire/Rescue on a camp trailer fire that spread to a structure last night. No injuries fire controlled. Thanks to ⁦Elk Creek Fire⁩ and Mountain Communities FD for the mutual aid!

North Fork Fire/Rescue on high speed roll over near Buffalo Creek. One patient transported.