MEEKER | As of press time Wednesday, the Lee Fire was mapped at 137,758 acres. The acreage was updated to reflect more accurate mapping.
The FDNY Incident Management team assumed command of the fire on Monday. There were 211 total personnel on the Lee Fire per the Wednesday update. Tuesday the fire remained fully within its current footprint, and crews continued working both to strengthen containment and to begin repair in areas affected by suppression activities.
A monsoonal pattern expected to continue throughout the week has triggered several flash flood warnings for burn scar areas for both the Lee and Elk fires. Sandbags are available, first-come, first-serve, at the county shop for individuals in debris flow hazard zones.
Rio Blanco County is seeking information from rural landowners, agricultural producers, outfitters, and business owners impacted by the fires. Data is needed to demonstrate eligibility in order to receive disaster funding. Please refer to the ad below and scan the QR codes in to access the appropriate survey.
