Stage 1 fire restrictions will be implemented on Friday, June 19, 2026 in all of Summit County, as recommended by Summit County Sheriff Jaime FitzSimons based on the data analyzed each week and approved by the Summit County Board of County Commissioners.
We Need Your Help
You play a pivotal role in preventing wildfires, as more than 80% of wildfires are caused by humans. It’s important to be aware of and abide by current fire restrictions, as well as understanding wildfire prevention strategies related to camping, campfires, driving, outdoor equipment use, smoking, shooting firearms, and more.
Summit County Sheriff’s Office
Per State of Colorado law, the Summit County Sheriff is designated as Summit County’s Fire Warden, and the Sheriff’s Office works with the US Forest Service and fire districts to determine when fire restrictions are needed to protect the health and safety of the community. The Sheriff’s Office therefore acts as the lead on fire restriction messaging.
Fire professionals determine whether fire restrictions need to be enacted and have determined that current conditions warrant restrictions to protect the community from wildfires across all Summit County communities and public lands. Below some of the most common fire related behaviors are addressed and a quick summary of what is allowed and not are provided. More comprehensive guidance about allowed and prohibited fire behaviors may be found on the Summit County Sheriff’s Office website.
Not Allowed During Stage 1 Fire Restrictions
❌ Open fires including but not limited to campfire, warming fires, bonfires, or the prescribed burning of fence rows, fields, wildlands, trash and debris
❌ Fireworks, explosives, or tracer ammunition
❌ Using chainsaws without a USDA or SAE-approved spark arrestor
❌ Disposal of any burning item outdoors, including cigarettes, cigars, matches, etc…
❌ Blasting, grinding, welding, or operating acetylene or other torch with open flame without being in a cleared area of at least 10 feet in diameter and keeping a chemical pressurized fire extinguisher
Allowed Activities During Stage 1 Fire Restrictions
✅ Campfires in permanent metal or concrete rings within designated Forest Service campgrounds. Remember to have water close by and to put out fires completely before leaving or going to bed.
✅ Backyard fire pits with ember screens and an active permit from your fire protection district. Remember to have water close by and to put out fires completely before leaving or going to bed.
✅ Gas, charcoal, or pellet grills, stoves, and smokers.
✅ Liquid or gas-fueled fire pits, tables, lanterns, and heaters
Do Your Part
- Please help us reduce wildfire risk by understanding and abiding by these restrictions.
- Call 911 in case of an emergency.
- Call 970-668-8600 for non-emergency dispatch when there is a matter of concern, but fire or police response does not need to be immediate.