Elk Creek Fire Department

10/21/2026

“The PSICC will host an in-person public meeting to provide information on projects under the Lower North-South Vegetation Management decision on the South Platte Ranger District of the Pike-San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands.

The public is invited to attend an in-person meeting scheduled for Nov. 20, at Elk Creek Fire Station 1, located at 11993 Blackfoot Road, Conifer, Colorado, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to learn more and share comments.

To share input on the upcoming Lower North-South Vegetation Management project, please complete the survey at https://forms.cloud.microsoft/g/MAkXgBZcSZ.

You can also read the full press release at https://www.fs.usda.gov/r02/psicc/newsroom/releases/share-your-input-projects-under-lower-north-south-vegetation-management”

The PSICC will host an in-person public meeting to provide information on projects under the Lower North-South Vegetation Management decision on the South Platte Ranger District of the Pike-San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands.

The public is invited to attend an in-person meeting scheduled for Nov. 20, at Elk Creek Fire Station 1, located at 11993 Blackfoot Road, Conifer, Colorado, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to learn more and share comments.

To share input on the upcoming Lower North-South Vegetation Management project, please complete the survey at https://forms.cloud.microsoft/g/MAkXgBZcSZ.

You can also read the full press release at https://www.fs.usda.gov/r02/psicc/newsroom/releases/share-your-input-projects-under-lower-north-south-vegetation-management

10/14/2026

You can never tell for sure what Mother Nature will throw our way, so we encourage you all to be prepared for snowy roads just in case! Check your tires and get them changed if they are worn down, and have tire socks for additional traction (especially needed if you don’t have all wheel drive and traction law goes into effect). We’ll be here if you need us!

Light rain is expected to continue through the morning for areas along and west of the I-25 corridor. More widespread showers are expected across the plains this afternoon and evening. Snow is expected in the mountains today and tonight, with the majority of snow falling above 9000ft.

10/13/2026

An update on the prescribed burn done in Harris Park today.

10/12/2026

Harris Park Prescribed Fire
October 12, 2026
U.S. Forest Service - PSICC National Forest..
A 112-acre prescribed fire is planned on the near the Harris Park, Elk Creek Highlands and Forest Ridge communities in Park County. The project is scheduled to begin on October 12, 2026, depending on weather conditions. The prescribed fire may create smoke visible to Conifer, Evergreen, Pine, Bailey, and metro areas along the I-25 corridor in Jefferson and Douglas County. For a list of planned prescribed fires and to learn more about prescribed fire and smoke and your health, visit https://www.fs.usda.gov/r02/psicc/newsroom/releases/psi
cc-prepares-fall-prescribed-fire-treatments.

Platte Canyon Fire Protection District Park County Sheriff's Office Jefferson County Sheriff's Office Douglas County Sheriff's Office Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control Conifer Fire Department U.S. Forest Service - PSICC National Forest

10/10/2026

SMOKE ALERT:
If conditions are favorable, this prescribed fire is scheduled for Monday, October 12. The community will see smoke in the air. Please consider this prescribed burn before calling 911.

A 112-acre prescribed fire is planned on the near the Harris Park, Elk Creek Highlands and Forest Ridge communities in Park County. The project is scheduled to begin on October 12, 2026, depending on weather conditions.

The prescribed fire may create smoke visible to Conifer, Evergreen, Pine, Bailey, and metro areas along the I-25 corridor in Jefferson and Douglas County.

For a list of planned prescribed fires and to learn more about prescribed fire and smoke and your health, visit https://www.fs.usda.gov/r02/psicc/newsroom/releases/psicc-prepares-fall-prescribed-fire-treatments.

Platte Canyon Fire Protection District Park County, Colorado Park County Sheriff's Office Jefferson County Sheriff's Office Douglas County Sheriff's Office Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control Bailey, Colorado Conifer Fire Dept

10/07/2026

For those who saw smoke today or still do, the prescribed fire in Harris Park went well today but smoke is still visible. Please see below for more info.

09/23/2026

For those who couldn't attend the community meeting last week, here is a story map of what was presented on the upcoming Forest Management Projects for the 285 Corridor. You can scan this QR Code to access the information, or go to https://arcg.is/0HyHTb1.

09/19/2026

The Elk Creek Wildland Fire Module continues its work on the Swiss Roll Fire on the USDA Forest Service - San Juan National Forest.

The first photo was taken last week, when fire activity was more significant. As seen in the short video clip, several days of rain have since moderated that activity, but the fire is not “out.” It continues to smolder in places and may remain active until the area receives significant snowfall.

Our Module remains on the fire, completing important preparation work such as cutting brush, removing fire-weakened dead trees and reducing ladder fuels. This work reduces available fuels if the fire becomes more active again, while also supporting long-term stewardship of the area.

09/13/2026

What a wonderful day at The Big Chili Cook Off Evergreen today! A huge thank you to everyone who came out, who volunteered, and who participated. Our Honor Guard opened the festivities, we served tons of chili, FF Huber competed in the Firefighter Challenge, and our amazing chefs won 2nd place in the People’s Choice voting for the Veggie Chili category.

We’ll see you all again next year!

09/12/2026

The Elk Creek Wildland Fire Module is on the USDA Forest Service - San Juan National Forest working on the Swiss Roll Fire. We wish them, and all engaged with this fire, safety and success throughout this assignment!