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Poitrey Canyon Fire Mapped at 2,065 Acres With No Containment

A disaster declaration from Gov. Jared Polis activates a full state wildfire response.

Overview

  • A state mapping flight measured the blaze at 2,065 acres, with no containment despite slower behavior in cooler weather.
  • Gov. Jared Polis issued a disaster declaration that activated the State Emergency Operations Plan.
  • Air tankers and helicopters are helping crews cut control lines along the fire’s flanks.
  • The National Interagency Fire Center lists 77 personnel on the incident and about 30 structures at risk.
  • Officials suspect a human-caused start on private land, and local groups are sending water and sports drinks to firefighters.