Eagle County

The Eagle County Sheriff's Office issued pre-evacuation warnings and evacuation orders in response to a wildfire. The orders were issued as crews work to address the fire.

A new wolf pack, the Piney Ridge Pack, has formed in Eagle County, Colorado, as confirmed by Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW). Four packs, including Piney Ridge, successfully reproduced this year, while the King Mountain Pack did not. A depredation incident involving a wolf attack on a calf in Eagle County is under investigation, but it's unclear if the Piney Ridge Pack was involved.

A new fire in Eagle County prompted a pre-evacuation warning for homes along Cottonwood Pass Road near Blue Hill. The sheriff's office advised residents to prepare for potential evacuations and recommended those needing extra time or with animals to consider leaving immediately. The fire's size remains unknown.

A wildland fire burning near the Grand and Eagle county line Sunday evening has prompted evacuation notices and orders for nearby residents.

Several Colorado shooting ranges, including those in Basalt, Bayfield, and Summit County, are temporarily closed due to Stage 2 fire restrictions linked to extreme fire danger and ongoing drought. The closures are part of broader recreational and environmental measures, including reduced water availability at campgrounds and boating areas, and canceled Fourth of July fireworks.

Colorado Parks and Wildlife has closed several shooting ranges, including Basalt State Wildlife Area and Bayfield Lions Club range, due to Stage 2 fire restrictions caused by drought and extreme fire danger. Summit County also closed its shooting range, while other closures include campgrounds without water and canceled Fourth of July fireworks.

Mandatory evacuation orders for the Spring Creek Fire in Eagle County have been lifted four days after the fire ignited. The fire initially prompted evacuations, but conditions have improved enough to allow residents to return.

Evacuations for the Spring Creek Fire in Eagle County were lifted after 'excellent progress,' though road closures remain. The fire, which burned 20 acres and was 40% contained as of Friday night, is being investigated for its cause. Fire suppression efforts continue with multiple agencies and aerial resources involved.