Rio Grande County, Colorado
Partial restrictions apply in Rio Grande: burning is permitted only with a permit or within specific exceptions.
What this means
- Small cooking fires (grill, camp stove)
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued August 6 at 12:21AM MDT until August 6 at 7:00PM MDT by NWS Pueblo CO
Valid until Aug 7, 2026
This is weather information, not a legal restriction on burning. A Watch means critical fire weather is possible; a Warning means it is occurring or imminent. Neither creates a burn ban.
Penalties in Colorado
Penalties for violating a county fire restriction are set locally and vary. Escaped fires can also trigger liability for suppression costs and civil damages regardless of the criminal penalty.
Classification: Class 2 petty offense to misdemeanor, county-dependent · Maximum fine: varies by county — commonly $100 to $1,000
Recent status history
- Aug 6, 2026 — Partial Restrictions
- Aug 6, 2026 — Unconfirmed
Sources & audit log
| Checked | Source | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 6, 2026 | Colorado Division of Homeland Security & Emergency Management ↗ | status: Partial Restrictions |
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Limits of this information
burnbanradar reads public burn-ban orders as published by Colorado Division of Homeland Security & Emergency Management and reports them unchanged. Cities and municipalities within Rio Grande county may impose stricter rules than the county order. Water districts and state forestry rules may add further restrictions. When an order is ambiguous or the source cannot be reached, we show Unconfirmed instead of guessing a status. The county's own posted order governs.
Common questions
Is Rio Grande county under a burn ban right now?
Partial restrictions apply. Colorado's statewide rule limits when and where you can burn today. See the "What this means" module above for the specifics.
What can I still burn in Rio Grande county?
Standard open burning is currently permitted, subject to any municipal ordinance in your area. Never leave a fire unattended, and keep water and a shovel nearby.
How do I report an illegal fire in Rio Grande county?
Call 911 for any fire that is out of control or threatens property. For non-emergency violations of a burn-ban order, contact the Rio Grande Sheriff's Office or fire marshal.