Stage 2 Fire Restrictions | The Herald Times

Consumer fireworks? Don’t risk it.

RBC | Meeker’s fireworks display is still on the schedule and Rangely’s Kenney Reservoir display has been cancelled as of press time. Cancellation of Meeker’s event is still possible. Citizens are urged by local authorities to refrain from using any kind of personal fireworks due to extremely hazardous conditions. Despite[Read More…]

July 2, 2021 by Niki Turner Comments are Disabled

RBC enters Stage 2 restrictions Friday

RBC | High temperatures, extremely dry conditions, and wind have contributed to the growth of the lightning-caused Oil Springs Fire south of Rangely to more than 12,000 acres, prompting evacuations and multiple road closures, including the closure of Highway 139 — Douglas Pass. In response to fire activity and current[Read More…]

June 24, 2021 by Herald Times Staff Comments are Disabled

RBC enters Stage II restrictions

RBC | All of Rio Blanco County—including BLM and private property—is now subject to Stage II fire restrictions following another round of fires this week. The White River National Forest imposed Stage II restrictions at the end of June due to severe conditions on the Eagle side of the forest. The[Read More…]

August 3, 2018 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled