The Dinosaur Fire is 100% contained. Fire crews will continue to monitor the Flatirons west of NCAR through tomorrow (July 14) to ensure full extinguishment. Trail closures remain in effect overnight and are expected to reopen Sunday, July 14, or Monday, July 15. Please continue to avoid the area to... read more →
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Jul
13
Jul
13
The Advisory issued July 12 for the Dinosaur Fire has been lifted. The fire is 35% contained and fire officials expect to have it fully contained today. Fire lines set up around the fire held overnight and over 70 firefighters will continue working throughout the day until the fire is... read more →
Jul
12
The Advisory issued at 1:35 p.m. for the areas surrounding NCAR due to the Dinosaur Fire remains in effect until further notice. Fire crews will continue working overnight. There are no evacuation orders for the Dinosaur Fire at this time. Please be aware of your surroundings at all times. An... read more →
Jul
12
Over 75 firefighters continue to work on the #DinosaurFire in South Boulder. The Call Center (303-413-7730) will remain open until 5 p.m. today. If you have not yet signed up to receive text updates during disasters, you can do so now by texting BOCOinfo to 888777. Check BoulderODM.gov for maps... read more →
Jul
12
The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment has issued an air quality health advisory due to wildfire smoke from Dinosaur Fire in southern Boulder County. The advisory stands from Friday, July 12, from 1 p.m. to Saturday, July 13, at 9 a.m. If smoke is thick, stay indoors, especially... read more →
Jul
12
As of 2:30 p.m., the fire is estimated at 3.5 acres and remains slow moving. Over 75 firefighters are on scene. Two helicopters are actively dropping water on the fire. Stay safe and informed by checking BoulderODM.gov for maps and updates. For more information, including maps, please visit: www.boulderodm.gov
Jul
12
An Advisory has been issued for the areas surrounding NCAR due to a wildfire just west of this location. Fire crews are on scene. Please be aware of your surroundings at all times. This Advisory stands Until Further Notice. While there are no evacuation orders for the Dinosaur Fire at... read more →
Jul
12
To receive text alerts on the Dinosaur Fire, community members can text BOCOinfo to the number 888777. The request only needs to be made once. The service is free, except for any data usage charges that might apply.
Jul
12
Avoid the area west of NCAR. All trails are closed in the area. Multiple crews, including air assets are working to contain and extinguish fire. Fire is ¼ mile west of NCAR with slow spread and is currently estimated at approximately 3-5 acres.
Jul
12
Boulder County Fire Crews are responding to the Dinosaur Fire near the Mallory Cave Trail, located west of NCAR at the 2nd switchback. Three air assets are en route, and the fire is slow-moving at this time. Important Reminder: Please do not call 911 unless you have an emergency. Crews... read more →