West Region Wildfire Council

06/09/2026

We talk a lot about site visits, but what does one look like? After submitting your request and giving us a little background information, one of our expert staff members will visit your property. They will discuss specific concerns and vulnerabilities for your property and offer tailored recommendations, as well as walk you through which of our programs might work best for you, all while providing you with the resources you need to make your home more resilient to wildfire.

Sounds interesting? Sign up today at https://www.cowildfire.org/site-visit

05/30/2026

Welcome to the West Region Wildfire Council's new Monthly Recap! Interested in what's going on here at WRWC? We'll keep you updated! If you're interested in learning more, visit COwildfire.org

05/23/2026

Want to learn more about our team? We post Meet The Team interviews on YouTube. This time, meet Danny Duda, our Wildfire Mitigation, GIS, and Technology Specialist!

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05/19/2026

When conducting a site visit, one of our biggest concerns is embers! In a wildfire, up to 90% of structure ignitions are caused by embers, rather than flames. They can also be carried several miles away from the original fire. So, during site visits, we look for places where embers can gather and create high heat or places where embers can enter the home, like gaps in windows and doors. If you’re interested in learning more, consider scheduling a site visit with us at cowildfire.org

05/16/2026

We have two events this weekend! On Saturday at 10:00 AM, we will be at the Marble Area Wildfire Meeting at the Marble Fire Station. And on Sunday, at 11:30 AM, we will be at the Ouray Fire Station for the Wildfire Workshop. If you are interested in either of these events or are in the area, please swing by! We would love to chat with you.

05/12/2026

When thinking about mitigation, we don’t just think about trees. We also have to keep beetles in mind! When vegetation is dense, not only is there more fuel and a higher risk for intense fire, but it also makes trees more susceptible to beetles. These beetles kill trees by eating bark and introducing fungus. If you're interested, here are some more facts about beetles and mitigation:

05/09/2026

The West Region Wildfire Council has great news! Meet Sara Brooker, our new Finance Director. With a degree in Human Dimensions of Natural Resources, Sara comes to us with a background spanning program delivery, operations, grant administration, and finance! Please join us in welcoming Sara to WRWC.

05/05/2026

Last year, we treated over 1,000 acres. That’s a significant amount of land that is more resilient to wildfire thanks to dedicated home hardening and vegetation management. Help us make 2026 an even more effective year by donating at https://www.cowildfire.org/donate

05/03/2026

Did you know that May is National Wildfire Awareness month? With wildfire becoming more a prevalent part of life in Western Colorado, it is more important than ever to remain educated and prepared. In 2025, over 250,000 acres were burned by wildfire. In fact, four of the five largest wildfires in Colorado’s history have occurred in the last six years. If you are interested in learning more visit our website COwildfire.org

Sources:
https://dfpc.colorado.gov/sections/wildfire-information-center/historical-wildfire-information

https://www.nifc.gov/sites/default/files/NICC/2-Predictive%20Services/Intelligence/Annual%20Reports/2025/annual_report_2025_0.pdf

04/26/2026

With wildfire season approaching, now is the perfect time to sign up for a site visit with WRWC! Let us help you with understanding mitigation strategies and site-specific risks so you can feel more prepared! Interested? Visit us at https://www.cowildfire.org/site-visit