This is a developing story and will be updated.
The Keystone Fire was reported Tuesday, July 21 and is burning approximately 20 miles northwest of Meeker near County Road 71 on the Moffat/Rio Blanco County border.
As of 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, the fire was estimated at 1,500 acres. Storm cells passing through the area have challenged firefighters with erratic winds and suspension of air support due to conditions.
Source: Rio Blanco County Sheriff’s Office
Per the Rio Blanco County Sheriff’s Office, no structures are threatened.
The Keystone Fire is one of numerous starts caused by lightning as weather patterns have shifted. Wednesday’s weather calls for scattered showers and thunderstorms in the area, and a flood watch has been issued for the entire Western slope by the National Weather Service.
What you can do:
Live Wildfire Ready suggests the following preparation steps:
- Make an evacuation plan with Ready, Set, Go! for people and pets.
- Prepare a go-bag and disaster supplies kit with Ready, Set, Go!
- Sign up for emergency notifications from your local office of emergency management (Rio Blanco Alerts).
- Ensure home address signs are visible from the street.
- Identify at least two ways out of your neighborhood and a safe place for you to go.
- Practice evacuating your home with your family and pets.
- Create a family emergency communication plan.