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Additional information from U.S. Forest Service - White River National ForestWith today's windy weather, fire activity has increased on the Middle Mamm Fire, south of Rifle. The fire has grown to approximately 65 acres, and remains on the south side of Middle Mamm Creek. Firefighters are currently taking action to slow the spread and to prevent the fire from crossing the Creek through the use of helicopter bucket drops.
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Inciweb: inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/6527
We are receiving reports of smoke in the Carbondale area. The smoke is from the Middle Mamm Fire .
Thank you. Where is the Middle Mamm Fire?
are there fire fighters working on it
It’s north of Rifle right across the river from Silt up in the hills.
Carson Weller
How did it get started. It looks like it's up in the camping area of the national Forest.
Isn’t this the fire that has been burning g for 3-4 days?
Angela Watts
Fire has been burning for about a week now. Was started from natural causes. South of rifle and silt.
You may need to evacuate your home due to a wildfire, mudslide or flooding. Be prepared. Have a go-kit ready.
When building your go-kit, thinking about if there are any special items you may need, such as prescription medication, infant diapers, and formula or pet supplies. Other items to think about can be found at www.ready.gov/build-a-kit
Pueda que tenga que evacuar si hogar debido a un incendio forestal, lava de lodo o inundaciones. Este preparado. Tenga su “go-kit” listo.
Cuando crea su “go-kit” piense si hay artículos especiales que necesite, como prescripciones médicas, panales y formula o artículos para mascotas. Otros artículos para tener en mente los puede encontrar en www.ready.gov/build-a-kit
Make sure your emergency kit is stocked with the items on the checklist below. Most of the items are inexpensive and easy to find, and any one of them could save your life. Headed to the store? Download a printable version to take with you.
We've had a few days of red flag warnings and less moisture.... here's a few wildfire prevention reminders
Today's structure fire in Glenwood.
pc - TK Kwiatkowski
what was the cause - i'm guessing barbeque grill
Was this Annie and Karl’s house? Hope not.
Looks like they saved the house! Great job!
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