Colorado wildfires scorch 95,000 acres, trigger evacuations
PUBLISHED Jul 1, 2026, 12:55 PM ET
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Five major wildfires burning across Colorado have charred about 94,189 acres, or roughly 148 square miles, and destroyed at least 100 structures as of Tuesday evening, authorities said. The Aspen Acres fire in Custer and Pueblo counties has burned 28,362 acres since Monday, driven by 100 mph winds and prompting mandatory evacuations across multiple communities, including new orders Tuesday night for Pueblo County’s North Creek area. The Snyder fire in Mesa County and Utah has burned 30,209 acres and killed three wildland firefighters. Nationally, wildfire preparedness was elevated Monday to Level 4, with 54 large fires uncontained and 8,261 personnel deployed.
By Lauren Mitchell | JQJO News
Timeline of Events
- Saturday Three firefighters killed near border
- Monday Aspen Acres fire begins, wind-driven
- Monday National readiness raised to Level 4
- Monday Gold Mountain fire reaches 7,103 acres
- Tuesday evening Colorado fires total 94,189 acres
- Tuesday evening Snyder fire ten percent contained
- Tuesday night Gold Mountain fire 12,376 acres
- Tuesday night New Pueblo County evacuation orders
News Intelligence
- These wildfires are a safety concern for Colorado residents. If you're in the area, stay updated on evacuation orders. Even if you're not, smoke can affect air quality miles away. Check local forecasts and limit outdoor activities if needed.
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