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The best time to prepare for a safe evacuation is BEFORE an emergency
Wildfires can be unpredictable, fast-moving, and difficult to control. Local fire protection districts work hard to detect and attack wildfires quickly and will notify you as soon as they can. As a resident or visitor in the Roaring Fork watershed, it’s essential to understand that your safety ultimately depends on your own preparedness and decisions. Firefighters can be highly effective under the right conditions. However, there are many situations—especially with extreme wind, dry fuels, or steep terrain—where a wildfire can grow too quickly for crews to contain. In these moments, rapid evacuation and personal readiness become critical.
The more prepared you are, the more effectively you and your home will be protected if a wildland fire threatens your neighborhood.
How will you know if a wildfire approaches in the middle of the night? Will you and your family be ready to leave your home at a moment's notice?
SIGN UP FOR ALERTS
SIGN UP FOR ALERTS
Garfield, Eagle, and Pitkin counties all use the ReachWell app to deliver emergency alerts. In addition to vital notifications, community members can also access resources on emergency preparedness and disaster recovery.
PLAN AN EVACUATION
PLAN AN EVACUATION
The more prepared you are, the more effectively local fire departments can protect people and property if a wildland fire threatens your area. The Aspen Fire team provides information and guidance for emergency preparedness:
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