Oak Ridge Fire 2024

Started: Jun 25 1,310 acre 89% contained Wildfire

Oak Ridge Fire has burned 1,310 acres, burning 15 miles northwest of Colorado City.

Latest update

Type 3 Incident Management Organization transitioned to a Type 4 Incident Commander with various fire resources on Sunday evening, July 14, 2024.  

The Oak Ridge fire was detected on Saturday, June 22, 2024. Forest Service resources responded and began scouting locations where firefighters could safely access the fire. Air resources aggressively worked to slow down the fire’s progression until they could get resources on the ground. The number one priority is always and continues to be firefighter and public safety.

Evacuations: There are currently no evacuations due to the Oak Ridge Fire. 

Closures: There is an area and road closure for the Pike-San Isabel National Forests

Cause: Lightning

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118 Days Active
15 mi NW From Colorado City from the fire location
1,310 Acres About the size of Lincoln Park
89%
Contained +0% in last 24h

Oak Ridge Fire Live Perimeter Growth

Oak Ridge Fire Fire Growth History
Oak Ridge Fire Containment History

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