Governor Polis calls Tina Peters’ prison sentence ‘harsh,’ renewing clemency conversation
A recent comment by Gov. Jared Polis about former Mesa County Clerk Tina Peters has her defense attorney…
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Colorado Health Officials Warn Residents of Measles Exposure in Mesa County
The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) has issued a public exposure alert regarding measles in Mesa County, specifically in the cities of Grand Junction and Fruita. This alert follows the confirmation of a measles case in an adult resident of Mesa County, identified on Augu... [More info]
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Once the risk of severe weather diminishes, we plan to continue direct attack to gain more containment in the coming days. This area will continue to be monitored by aircraft and, if needed, aircraft will make water drops to cool down any hot spots that flare up.
Resources: 12 crews, 18 engines, 22 heavy equipment, 5 helicopters
Fire Weather & Behavior:
Scattered showers and thunderstorms are forecasted today. Persistent cloudy conditions are anticipated and will help moderate temperatures and relative humidities. Thunderstorms may bring wetting rains, but these rains will be spotty. These storms will also bring the potential for outflow winds which may affect a broader area than the rain itself. Any outflow winds bring the possibility of increased fire behavior. Critically dry fuel moisture continues across the region which support the potential for active fire behavior and rapid spread.
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Adam Johnson, Reporter
Aug 15 at 11:36 AM EDT
Daily Update August 15, 2025 from Turner Gulch Fire Colorado:
Containment rose to 75% today due to the great, ongoing work firefighters accomplished in the Cow Creek area over the last few days. A successful burnout operation in this area proved invaluable in stopping the spread of the fire. Crews continue to mop up and secure this section of fire line, ensuring that all heat in close proximity to the line is fully extinguished. Mopping up is when firefighters meticulously search for heat sources near the line. They look for sources of heat, often using the back of their bare hands to detect this heat in burnt out stump holes and other large fuels that may still be holding embers. Any heat that is detected is extinguished with hand tools, often with the aid of water from nearby engines.
The western edge of the fire continues to show little to no growth. This area has not grown for several days but is not yet considered contained. Scattered heat remains and is the focus of our efforts here. A crew was inserted yesterday to go direct on this section of the fire, and they got a lot of good work done. However, there is more work yet to accomplish. Due to potentially dangerous weather conditions forecasted, the use of these crews in this particular area is temporarily paused for the day.
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Resources: 14 crews, 23 engines, 21 heavy equipment, 5 helicopters
Fire Weather & Behavior: A Red Flag Warning remains in effect today. A weak cold front brought a wind shift last night. Winds will come from the west today with gusts to 25 mph and humidity around 10%. Conditions will support active fire behavior and potential rapid spread. Moderated weather is expected starting tomorrow, with cooler temperatures and weaker winds.
Smoke & Air Quality: Smoke from the Turner Gulch Fire will impact areas near the southern edge today. Communities along Highway 141, including Gateway, may see reduced air quality, especially in the morning and again in the evening, but may improve during the day, per Turner Gulch Fire Colorado.
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Adam Johnson, Reporter
Aug 9 at 12:26 PM EDT
Red Flag conditions persisted yesterday and will continue today, creating significant challenges for ground crews. As the fire continues moving into the previously burned area of the 2023 Cow Creek prescribed fire, work continued to improve existing containment features using hand crews and heavy equipment. Line is expected to be completed along the 405 road today. Structure protection prep work is continuing and sprinklers have been placed in a few locations. Firefighters are patrolling and monitoring the Highway 141 corridor and are prepared to respond as needed.
Niche Road is still closed due to unsafe conditions; fire managers are establishing a camp near Gateway to allow faster response time than is available from the Turner Fire Operations Base. Dangerous firefighting conditions still exist along the western edge of the fire near private property; firefighters have reengaged and will continue to respond as conditions allow. Along the eastern perimeter, crews remain focused on patrol, secure lines, and suppression repair, extinguishing occasional hot spots and maintaining the Divide Road for safe and operational access. Containment lines remain secure and continue to be patrolled along the northern perimeter of the fire. Nightshift crews are continuing to monitor the fire and are available to respond should they be required.
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On the western edge near private property, crews have not reengaged due to erratic fire behavior but continue to monitor the area for flare‑ups and are ready to respond if needed. Along the eastern perimeter, crews remain focused on patrol, mop‑up, and suppression repair, extinguishing occasional hot spots and maintaining the Divide Road for safe and operational access. On the northern perimeter, containment lines remain secure and continue to be patrolled.
Due to increased fire activity and the need to strengthen control lines, firefighters worked the first night shift since the incident management team assumed command.
Resources: 11 crews, 18 engines, 18 heavy equipment, 4 helicopters.
Fire Weather & Behavior: Similar to yesterday, a Red Flag Warning remains in effect, with southwest winds gusting to 30 mph and humidity below 10%. Conditions will support active fire behavior and potential rapid spread. Similar weather is expected through Friday.
Smoke & Air Quality: Smoke from the Turner Gulch Fire will impact areas near the southern and southwestern flanks today. Communities along Highway 141, including Gateway, may see reduced air quality, especially in the morning and evening. Conditions may improve in the afternoon but could worsen overnight. Air quality conditions can be monitored at AirNow.gov.
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Adam Johnson, Reporter
Aug 7 at 12:01 PM EDT
08/07/2025 Update from Northern Rockies Incident Management Team 2, Incident Commander – Scott Schuster:
Red Flag conditions persisted yesterday and will be ongoing in the foreseeable future, creating significant challenges for ground crews. In the southern perimeter, road preparation along 416.1A trail was completed, and dozers connected it to the 608 trail, which was widened and cleared of brush to improve access. The fire is moving into the previously burned area of the 2023 Cow Creek prescribed fire with crews improving and maintaining the line along the 608 trail. Aerial bucket drops were used on the southwest corner to cool hot spots and maintain line security. The contingency group continues to scout potential line locations between the fire and the community of Gateway in case they are needed, aiming to avoid sensitive areas. Structure protection prep work is now underway after several days of planning.
Access to the southwest perimeter via the Niche Road is closed due to unsafe conditions, so fire managers plan to establish a remote camp at the opposite end of the trail to allow quicker firefighter access than from the Turner Fire Operations Base.
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Geoff Havens, Reporter
Aug 6 at 8:22 PM EDT
Red Flag Conditions Increase Fire Activity on Turner Gulch – August 6, 2025
The Turner Gulch Fire is experiencing very active behavior under Red Flag conditions through at least Friday. Strong southwest winds, very low humidity, and dry fuels are causing the fire to spread quickly and unpredictably, with fast runs, torching trees, and sending embers ahead of the fire front.
These conditions make it too dangerous to fight the fire up close, as fast flames, flying embers, and rough terrain can quickly block escape routes. Crews are instead using indirect tactics--building lines at a distance, utilizing natural barriers, structure protection where feasible, and relying on aerial support for safer options.
This video shows the southern perimeter of the Turner Gulch Fire during active fire yesterday. With conditions too dangerous for crews to work up close, helicopters used buckets and snorkels to drop water on hot spots and edges, slowing the spread and supporting ground crews. With weather conditions expected to persist, active fire behavior is likely to continue overnight. https://www.facebook.com/share/v/19o6q7f2Sr/?mibextid=wwXIfr
Public Information Officers will be available at the Community Center in Gateway each day at 11:00 am and 3:00 pm to answer any questions about the Turner Gulch Fire.
Information from the Turner Gulch and Wright Draw Fires Facebook Page.
Red Flag Conditions Increase Fire Activity on Turner Gulch – August 6, 2025 The Turner Gulch Fire is experiencing very active behavior under Red Flag conditions through at least Friday. Strong...
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Smoke & Air Quality: Smoke from the Turner Gulch Fire will impact areas near the southern and southwestern flanks today. Communities along Highway 141, including Gateway, may see reduced air quality, especially in the morning and evening. Conditions may improve in the afternoon but could worsen overnight. Air quality conditions can be monitored at AirNow.gov.
Evacuations: All remaining evacuation orders remain in PRE-EVACUATION status.
Read the full update from the Northern Rockies National Incident Management Team HERE.
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