Montezuma County Sheriff's Office

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Stoner Mesa Fire Updates

The Stoner Mesa Fire was reported on July 28, 2025 and is burning in a remote area roughly 20 miles northeast of Dolores and west of Rico, CO.

E-mail: 2025.stonermesa@firenet.gov

Phone: 702-421-5275

Red Flag Warning
Notice: Red Flag Warning in Effect

Red Flag Warning in effect on Thursday, August 14, 2025, from noon to 10:00 pm.   A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions are either occurring now, or will shortly. A combination of strong winds, low relative humidity, and warm temperatures can contribute to extreme fire behavior.

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Fire Restriction Status

Please use caution when using anything that could cause a spark or fire, even when no restrictions are in effect. Fire danger is currently HIGH in Montezuma County.

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Montezuma County Sheriff
Sheriff Steve Nowlin
 
Montezuma County Sheriff’s Office
730 East Driscoll Street,
Cortez, CO 81321
 

Main Line: (970)565-8452
Phone: (970) 564-4986
FAX: (970) 565-3731

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