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Big Sheep Fire

Coverage of Big Sheep Fire in the Nexus archive.

Earliest in view: Jun 30 · 16:13 UTCMost recent: Jul 6 · 16:09 UTC
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Huerfano County Governmentorganization3Huerfano Countyplace2Coloradoplace2State Incident Management Teamorganization1Huerfano County, Colo.place1
Recent coverage
  • SECURITYJul 6 · 16:09 UTCKXRM FOX21 COLORADO SPRINGS
    Big Sheep Fire in Huerfano County is 100% contained

    The Big Sheep Fire in Huerfano County, Colorado, is now 100% contained after burning approximately 1,322 acres. The State Incident Management Team transferred control back to local authorities on July 6 around 6 a.m.

  • SECURITYJul 1 · 19:27 UTCKDVR FOX31 DENVER
    UPDATE: Big Sheep Fire 50% contained at 1,100 acres

    The Big Sheep Fire is 50% contained and covers 1,100 acres as of June 1, 2026. A pre-evacuation notice remains in effect through July 1, 2026, according to Huerfano County Government.

  • SECURITYJun 30 · 16:13 UTCKXRM FOX21 COLORADO SPRINGS
    Big Sheep Fire in Huerfano County 30% contained at 1,000 acres

    The Big Sheep Fire in Huerfano County, Colorado, has grown to 1,000 acres and is 30% contained as of June 30. Overnight burnout operations successfully directed the fire's course, and additional resources are being sent to address remaining hotspots.