Rocky Mountain National Park under a Red Flag Warning through Friday

Rocky Mountain National Park is currently under a Red Flag Warning through Friday, Aug 8. Remember, the park always has Stage 1 fire restrictions in place, where campfires are prohibited in the park, except within designated campfire rings in picnic areas and front-country campgrounds.

According to the US National Weather Service Denver/Boulder Colorado:

An extended period of critical fire weather conditions will occur across the mountains through Friday. Rapid wildfire spread is possible each afternoon and evening due to a combination of gusty winds and very low humidity. On Friday, the critical conditions will likely spread down through the Front Range Foothills, where a Fire Weather Watch is in effect. If you live in these areas, be ready to take action. Have a go bag ready and an evacuation plan in place.

Winds of 10 to 20 mph are expected from the west, with gusts up to 40 mph. In addition to heat and very low humidity, conditions will be favorable for rapid fire spread. For more information, please click here.