Summit County Warns of Smoky Skies from Distant Fires

Thick smoke blankets Summit County as several wildfires burn in the region.

Air quality is unhealthy and residents are advised to take precautions

Summit County officials are warning residents of smoky skies as a result of several wildfires burning in the region. The smoke is expected to linger for several days and could cause health problems for some residents.

The smoke is coming from the following wildfires:

• The Grizzly Creek Fire in Glenwood Canyon
• The Pine Gulch Fire in Mesa County
• The Cameron Peak Fire in Larimer County

The Grizzly Creek Fire is the largest of the three fires and has burned over 30,000 acres. The Pine Gulch Fire has burned over 80,000 acres and the Cameron Peak Fire has burned over 200,000 acres.

The smoke from these fires is expected to continue to impact Summit County for several days. The smoke is unhealthy and can cause health problems for some residents, especially those with asthma or other respiratory conditions.

Residents are advised to take the following precautions:

• Stay indoors as much as possible.
• If you must go outside, wear a mask or respirator.
• Avoid strenuous activity.
• Drink plenty of fluids.
• If you have any health concerns, consult your doctor.

For more information on the air quality in Summit County, please visit the Summit County website.