Campo Quick Response Team

05/21/2026

05/20/2026

The Campo Fire Department would like to say thank you to all of the local, county, state, and federal agencies that came together to help protect Campo during the fire on Sunday. When things got tough, departments and crews from all over stepped up without hesitation, and we are incredibly grateful for the support.

We also want to thank the state resources, Forest Service crews, and contracted fire agencies that have stayed in the area throughout the week taking fire calls and working the fire perimeter. Your help has given our Baca County departments a much needed break after several long days on the fire line.

These fires remind us what can happen when people and agencies work together for one common goal…. protecting our communities. Thank you to everyone who has helped in any way. We truly appreciate it.

05/20/2026

Friends, we’ve been thinking all day about the perfect words to say in this post and we probably aren’t going to get these quite right even now. But after this week, we’re honestly not sure there are any words to really express the depth of feeling in our gratitude. When we have the advantage of a few more days in the rear view, maybe we’ll get closer. Until then, all we can say is thank you.

Thank you, thank you, thank you. To every individual, volunteer, and agency involved in this week’s response at every level — thank you.

We’re in awe.
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(And if you didn’t see our previous post, please note that command of all Sharpe Fire operations in Colorado was handed to Pueblo Interagency Zone Type III Team at 18:00 on May 18, 2026. Further operational updates and answers can be found at: U.S. Forest Service - PSICC National Forest)

05/18/2026

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05/15/2026

5/14/26 23:52 Per CDOT, 287/385 has reopened. Please use caution as emergency crews are still present in the area and do not attempt to follow GPS down dirt roads around previous roadblocks.

5/14/26 23:31 Update: As containment grows, our crews are slowly beginning to be released from scene at the fires in southern Baca County and northern Cimarron County. Thanks never seems like enough, but we are so so grateful for all our responders from here and neighboring counties for working so hard to protect our communities.

Please note: There will likely be lingering smoke in the area for a time due to these local fire mop-ups as well as those in Oklahoma and Kansas. We are also still under a fire weather watch and there is a LOT of dry fuel out there. Stay weather aware, make sure your emergency alerts are on, and report any fires you observe to 911 immediately!

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Multiple fires this evening in the southern part of the county, several already under control, but crews remain on scene of the C&36 fire which is still moving north. Multiple departments from our county and surrounding on scene. Stay aware and avoid the area for the safety of crews and residents.

As of 5/14/26 at 19:45

There are no active evacuation orders in Baca County but residences from the Oklahoma state line to Baca County Road M between roads 44 and 30 in particular should be on alert for possible evacuation. Winds are projected to be erratic this evening which could quickly change fire path.

Highway 287/385 southbound from Springfield is closed to the Texas state line due to decreased visibility from wildfires to the south in Oklahoma as well. Check cotrip.org/maps for latest road information. (5/14/26 20:09).

05/05/2026

We're so excited to see all of you at our annual fundraiser! Come for dinner and stay for the tournament! (Consider this your notice to start practicing your co****le toss now)

Dinner is $15/adult or $10/child, Co****le entries are $50/team and include dinner.

To register your team for the tournament in advance, click here: https://forms.gle/AEe1n1KGbc5imcum6

See you June 12th!

02/17/2026

Baca County CO Urgent:

High Wind Warning issued February 17 at 1:44PM MST until February 17 at 6:00PM MST by NWS Pueblo CO

HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM MST THIS EVENING... ...BLOWING DUST WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM MST THIS EVENING

If you encounter blowing dust or blowing sand on the roadway or see it approaching, pull off the road as far as possible and put your vehicle in park. Turn the lights all the way off and keep foot off the brake pedal. Remember, 'Pull Aside,
Stay Alive'.

High Wind Warning issued February 17 at 1:44PM MST until February 17 at 6:00PM MST by NWS Pueblo CO
* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, west winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph. For the Blowing Dust Warning, widespread blowing dust expected.

* WHERE...Kiowa, Bent, Prowers, and Baca.

* WHEN...Until 6 PM MST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Severely limited visibilities are expected. Travel will be dangerous and possibly life-threatening. Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines. Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Visibility below 1/4 mile will be possible at times in blowing dust. Avoid travel through the area if possible.
Persons with respiratory problems should make preparations to stay indoors until the storm passes. Be ready for a sudden drop in visibility to near zero. If you encounter blowing dust or blowing sand on the roadway or see it approaching, pull off the road as far as possible and put your vehicle in park. Turn the lights all the way off and keep foot off the brake pedal. Remember, 'Pull Aside, Stay Alive'.

02/17/2026

Reports regarding traffic incidents, winter road conditions, traffic cameras, active and planned construction, etc.

02/17/2026

We are under both a red flag warning and a high wind warning. There is a LOT of dry tinder right now. This is critical fire weather and there might also be a lot of dust. Pay attention to the conditions. Don’t do dumb…stuff. Don’t even think the word “spark”.

Parking or driving on tall grass is a terrible idea. Keep those cigarette butts where they belong. Check those trailer chains. Don’t drive if you can’t see the road. Secure that trampoline in the backyard. Maybe just stay home altogether. Have a way (or two) to get emergency alerts. And it’s never a bad idea to make sure your important devices are charged and have backups should we have a power outage. Call 911 only for emergencies.

Make good choices. Future you will thank you.

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High Wind Warning issued February 16 at 7:08PM MST until February 17 at 6:00PM MST by NWS Pueblo CO

* WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph expected.

* WHERE...Portions of central and southeast Colorado.

* WHEN...From 7 AM to 6 PM MST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines. Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Areas of blowing dust may reduce visibility to under a mile at times. Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution if you must drive.

RED FLAG WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM TO 7 PM MST TUESDAY FOR GUSTY WINDS AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY

* TIMING...For the Red Flag Warning, from 10 AM to 7 PM MST Tuesday. For the Fire Weather Watch, from Wednesday morning through Wednesday evening.

* WINDS...West 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph.

* RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 11 percent.

* IMPACTS...Fires will catch and spread quickly. Exercise extreme caution

A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions are either occurring now, or will shortly. A combination of strong winds, low relative humidity, and warm temperatures can contribute to extreme fire behavior.