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Colorado State EOC Remains at Level II Activation Supporting Wildfires

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The Colorado State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) remains activated at Level II supporting multiple wildfires in the state.  The map below shows the fires currently being monitored or supported by the SEOC.  Click on the icons to learn more about the fire incident information or the shelters.



Fire Information and Information Sources

Statewide Information and Updates

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SBA Offers Disaster Assistance to Colorado Residents and Businesses Affected by the Manitou Springs Flash Flood

Press Release from the Small Business Adminstration:  August 30, 2013

Low-interest federal disaster loans are available to Colorado residents and business owners affected by Manitou Springs flash flood that occurred August 9, 2013, U. S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Administrator Karen G. Mills announced today. SBA acted under its own authority to declare a disaster in response to a request SBA received from Gov. John W. Hickenlooper on August 29, 2013.

The disaster declaration makes SBA assistance available in El Paso County and the neighboring counties of Crowley, Douglas, Elbert, Fremont, Lincoln, Pueblo and Teller.

“The U. S. Small Business Administration is strongly committed to providing Colorado with the most effective and customer-focused response possible, and we will be there to provide access to federal disaster loans to help finance recovery for residents and businesses affected by the disaster,” said Mills. “Getting our businesses and communities up and running after a disaster is our highest priority at SBA.”

“Low-interest federal disaster loans are available to homeowners, renters, businesses of all sizes and private, nonprofit organizations impacted by the flash flood,” said SBA’s Colorado District Director Greg Lopez. “Beginning Wednesday, September 4, 2013, SBA representatives will be on hand at the following Disaster Loan Outreach Center to answer questions about SBA’s disaster loan program, explain the application process and help each individual complete their application,” Lopez continued. The center will be open on the days and times indicated. No appointment is necessary.

El Paso County Disaster Loan Outreach Center

Manitou Springs City Hall
606 Manitou Avenue
Manitou Springs, CO 80829

Opens on : Wednesday, September 4, 2013
Mondays through Fridays
8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Closes: Thursday, September 12, 2013 at 5 p.m.

Disaster loans up to $200,000 are available to homeowners to repair or replace damaged or destroyed real estate. Homeowners and renters are eligible for up to $40,000 to repair or replace damaged or destroyed personal property.

Businesses of any size and private, nonprofit organizations may borrow up to $2 million to repair or replace damaged or destroyed real estate, machinery and equipment, inventory, and other business assets. SBA can also lend additional funds to homeowners and businesses to help with the cost of making improvements that protect, prevent or minimize the same type of disaster damage from occurring in the future.

For small businesses, small agricultural cooperatives, small businesses engaged in aquaculture, and most private, nonprofit organizations of any size, SBA offers Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDLs) to help meet working capital needs caused by the disaster. EIDL assistance is available regardless of whether the business suffered any property damage.

Interest rates can be as low as 1.937 percent for homeowners and renters, 2.875 percent for private, nonprofit organizations and 4 percent for businesses, with terms up to 30 years. Loan amounts and terms are set by SBA and are based on each applicant’s financial condition.

Applicants may apply online using the Electronic Loan Application (ELA) via SBA’s secure Web site at https://disasterloan.sba.gov/ela.

Disaster loan information and application forms are also available from SBA’s Customer Service Center by calling (800) 659-2955 or e-mailing disastercustomerservice@sba.gov. Individuals who are deaf or hard-of-hearing may call (800) 877-8339. For more information about SBA’s disaster assistance programs, visit http://www.sba.gov/disaster.

The deadline to apply for property damage is October 29, 2013. The deadline to return economic injury applications is May 30, 2014.
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Colorado Wildfire Report: August 13, 2013

About this report: This wildfire update is provided by the Colorado Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management in partnership with the Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control to keep you informed of current wildfires, larger than 100 acres,  for which the State is currently supporting and monitoring. The update does not cover all wildfires currently burning in Colorado that may be smaller incidents.

 

Red Canyon Fire
Fire Name
Red Canyon Fire
Fire Start Date
August 12, 2013
Location/County
Garfield County (south of Glenwood Springs)
Cause
Lightning
Acres
350
Containment
10%
Evacuations
Evacuation notices ordered for area north of CR115, East of the fire and North to I-70.
Fatalities
None Reported
Structures Lost
None Reported 
Resources
Type II IMT assumes command 8/14/2013 at 6 a.m.  Staffing update at that time.  DFPC SEAT T888 assisgned to fire.
Executive Order Issued
Not requested at this time
Funding
EFF has been approved on 8/12/2013
Information Sources
FMO update, WebEOC update Twitter: @CarbondaleFire

 


Important Note: Information on current and future Colorado wildfires can be obtained from the following websites, which are updated regularly during incidents:

Today’s Fire Outlook

The fire situation rating for the Rocky Mountain Area is at a  Preparedness Level 2. The National Preparedness Level is a Level 4.

Monthly Seasonal Outlook from the Rocky Mountain Area Coordination Center: http://www.nifc.gov/nicc/predictive/outlooks/monthly_seasonal_outlook.pdf

Colorado Fire Restriction Information

Each county is responsible for enacting appropriate restrictions.

View COEM’s current map of Colorado Fire Restrictions at: https://www.google.com/fusiontables/embedviz?viz=MAP&q=select+col4+from+1o76CJOtWMM37FdAb-dpQdTeUlwkbC0oBFAETH78&h=false&lat=39.02634487425597&lng=-105.550565&z=7&t=1&l=col4 

Colorado Weather Watches and Warnings Information 

For information on active fire weather watches and warnings visit:http://www.weather.gov/alerts-beta/co.php?x=1. A map can be viewed at:http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/firewx/main.php.

 

Colorado Smoke Outlook

For information about wildfire smoke visit:http://www.colorado.gov/airquality/wildfire.aspx
For information on Colorado air quality visit: http://www.colorado.gov/airquality/advisory.aspx
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Small Business Association Loans Available in Fremont and El Paso Counties

Private, Nonprofit Organizations

Royal Gorge Fire SBA Media Release

Low-interest federal disaster loans are now available to certain private, nonprofit organizations (PNPs) in Colorado following President Obama’s federal disaster declaration for Public Assistance (PA) as a result of the Royal Gorge Wildfire that occurred June 11 - June 16, 2013, announced Karen G. Mills, Administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration. PNPs that provide essential services of a governmental nature are eligible for assistance.

SBA disaster assistance is now available in the Colorado county of Fremont. All interested PNPs should begin the process by registering with FEMA. At the time of registration, FEMA will determine if the PNP qualifies to immediately apply for a grant from FEMA’s PA program or will be referred to SBA to apply for a low-interest federal disaster loan.

SBA may lend PNPs up to $2 million to repair or replace damaged or destroyed real estate, machinery and equipment, inventory, and other business assets. SBA can also lend additional funds to help with the cost of making improvements that protect, prevent or minimize the same type of disaster damage from occurring in the future.

For certain private, nonprofit organizations of any size, SBA offers Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDLs) to help meet working capital needs caused by the disaster. EIDLs may be used to pay fixed debts, payroll, accounts payable and other bills that cannot be paid because of the disaster’s impact. EIDL assistance is available regardless of whether the nonprofit suffered any property damage.

The interest rate is 2.875 percent with terms up to 30 years. The filing deadline to return applications for property damage is September 24, 2013. The deadline to return economic injury applications is April 28, 2014.

Applicants may apply online using the Electronic Loan Application (ELA) via SBA’s secure Web site at https://disasterloan.sba.gov/ela.

Disaster loan information and application forms are also available from SBA’s Customer Service Center by calling (800) 659-2955 or e-mailing disastercustomerservice@sba.gov. Individuals who are deaf or hard‑of‑hearing may call (800) 877-8339. For more information about SBA’s disaster assistance programs, visit http://www.sba.gov/disaster.

Black Forest Fire SBA Media Release

Low-interest federal disaster loans are now available to certain private, nonprofit organizations (PNPs) in Colorado following President Obama’s federal disaster declaration for Public Assistance (PA) as a result of the Black Forest Wildfire that occurred June 11 - June 21, 2013, announced Karen G. Mills, Administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration. PNPs that provide essential services of a governmental nature are eligible for assistance.

SBA disaster assistance is now available in the Colorado county of El Paso. All interested PNPs should begin the process by registering with FEMA. At the time of registration, FEMA will determine if the PNP qualifies to immediately apply for a grant from FEMA’s PA program or will be referred to SBA to apply for a low-interest federal disaster loan.

SBA may lend PNPs up to $2 million to repair or replace damaged or destroyed real estate, machinery and equipment, inventory, and other business assets. SBA can also lend additional funds to help with the cost of making improvements that protect, prevent or minimize the same type of disaster damage from occurring in the future.

For certain private, nonprofit organizations of any size, SBA offers Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDLs) to help meet working capital needs caused by the disaster. EIDLs may be used to pay fixed debts, payroll, accounts payable and other bills that cannot be paid because of the disaster’s impact. EIDL assistance is available regardless of whether the nonprofit suffered any property damage.

The interest rate is 2.875 percent with terms up to 30 years. The filing deadline to return applications for property damage is September 24, 2013. The deadline to return economic injury applications is April 28, 2014.

Applicants may apply online using the Electronic Loan Application (ELA) via SBA’s secure Web site at https://disasterloan.sba.gov/ela.

Disaster loan information and application forms are also available from SBA’s Customer Service Center by calling (800) 659-2955 or e-mailingdisastercustomerservice@sba.gov. Individuals who are deaf or hard‑of‑hearing may call (800) 877-8339. For more information about SBA’s disaster assistance programs, visit http://www.sba.gov/disaster.
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West Fork Complex Fire Update: July 15

Special Message: As of 6 p.m. July 14, the Colorado Interagency Team III assumed command of the West Fork Complex.

Current Situation

The Papoose fire is the only fire on the complex that is currently staffed. The other fires will continue to be monitored by air and appropriate action will be taken as needed. Two, Type 3 helicopters
remain dedicated to monitoring and when needed, provide bucket drops and other fire support for this complex.

Weather

The entire fire complex remains with strong chances for wetting rains throughout much of this week. The moonsonal moisture will combine with an upper level flow pattern favorable for continued
afternoon and evening shower and thundershower development. Temperatures are currently cool, and expected to increase later this week returning to near normal levels. Flash flood watches with
potential ash and/or debris flows remain in place in all three fire areas.

Papoose Fire

There is scattered interior heat on the fire that continues to be monitored. Crews will be working to fell dead and damaged trees along popular travel routes, including the River Hill campground.

West Fork Fire and Windy Pass Fire

There are very minimal areas of heat and smoke on this part of the fire. The fires will be monitored
and appropriate action will be taken as needed.

Public Health and Safety

Smoke can be expected to be seen across parts of the fire for the next several days to weeks. The rain and winds have gone a long way towards clearing the air. For the Colorado Smoke Outlook, visit
http://www.colorado.gov/airquality/colo_advisory.aspx or http://www.colorado.gov/airquality/wildfire.aspx for more information.

Area Road and Trail Closures

For information on road and trail closures and fire restrictions affecting the San Juan National Forest go to: http://www.fs.usda.gov/alerts/sanjuan/alerts-notices.

For information on road and trail closures and fire restrictions affecting the Rio Grande National Forest go to: http://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/riogrande/.

Fire Statistics

Location: 14.5 miles north/northeast of Pagosa Springs, CO
Start Date: 06/05/2013
Complex Size: 109,615 acres
Percent Contained: 66%
Windy Pass: 1,417 acres
Cause: Lightning
Papoose: 49,628 acres
Total Personnel: 82
West Fork: 58,570 acres
Resources Include: 1 Type-1 hand crews, 1 Type-2 hand crews, 5 engines, 6 water tenders, 2 Type-3 helicopters and 13 overhead personnel.

For More information

Blog: http://westforkfirecomplex.blogspot.com/
Website: http://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/3436/
Twitter: @RioGrandeUSFS 
Photos: http://s1286.photobucket.com/user/WestForkComplex/library/

Information provided by:

Colorado Interagency Type III Team – Phil Daniels, Incident Commander
Fire Information Phone: 719-569-4149 Voice mail only, calls will be returned as quickly as possible.
Hours of operation: 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Email: WestForkFire.EastZone@gmail.com
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Colorado Wildfire Report: July 15

About this report: This wildfire update is provided by the Colorado Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management in partnership with the Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control to keep you informed of current wildfires for which the State is currently supporting and monitoring. The update does not cover all wildfires currently burning in Colorado that may be smaller incidents.
  • West Fork Complex Fire (Includes West Fork, Windy Pass and Papoose Fires)
  • Pipeline Fire Complex (Final day on report)
  • East Fork Fire (Final day on report)
  • Big Meadows Fire (Final day on report)
There have been many smaller fires start in the state (less than 100 acres and without damage to structures or harm to  people). These fires have been largely put out in the first operational periods and have not exceeded 100 acres. I am not including these fires in the daily report.

Important Note: Information on current and future Colorado wildfires can be obtained from the following websites, which are updated regularly during incidents:

West Fork Fire Complex (includes West Fork, Windy Pass and Papoose Fires)
Fire Name
West Fork Fire Complex:
West Fork Fire| Papoose Fire| Windy Pass Fire
Fire Start Date
June 5, 2013
Location/County
Mineral and Hinsdale
Cause
Lightning
Acres
109,615
Containment
66%
Evacuations
 ~100
Fatalities
None Reported
Structures Lost
A small pump  house in the Papoose Fire.
Resources
157 Personnel Assigned
Executive Order Issued
Yes
Funding
Disaster Emergency Fund, Fire Management Assistance Grant (FMAG)
Information Sources
www.inciweb.org, SEOC Status Report, West Fork PIO, GACC Large Incident Report

 

 Pipeline Complex Fire



Fire Name
Pipeline Complex Fire
Fire Start Date
July 10, 2013
Location/County
Las Animas
Cause
Lightning
Acres
100
Containment
100%
Evacuations
None Reported
Fatalities
None Reported
Structures Lost
None Reported
Resources
82 Personnel Assigned
Executive Order Issued
Not requested 
Funding
Partial state assistance approved.
Information Sources
www.inciweb.org


East Fork Fire
Fire Name
East Fork Fire
Fire Start Date
June 15, 2013
Location/County
Gunnison County
Cause
Lightning
Acres
447
Containment
80%
Evacuations
Trailhead and recreation closures in the area.
Fatalities
None Reported
Structures Lost
None Reported
Resources
83 Personnel  Assigned
Executive Order Issued
No – Federal Land
Funding
Federal Land
Information Sources
www.inciweb.org, SEOC Status Report, Grand Mesa Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forest Website, GACC Large Incident Report



Big Meadows Fire
Fire Name
Big Meadows Fire
Fire Start Date
June 10, 2013
Location/County
Grand County/ Rocky Mountain National Park
Cause
Lightning
Acres
652
Containment
95%
Evacuations
None Reported
Fatalities
None Reported
Structures Lost
None Reported
Resources
11 Personnel Assigned
Executive Order Issued
Yes
Funding
Federal Land
Information Sources
www.inciweb.org



Today’s Fire Outlook

The fire situation rating for the Rocky Mountain Area is at a  Preparedness Level 3. The National Preparedness Level remains at a Level 2.

Monthly Seasonal Outlook from the Rocky Mountain Area Coordination Center: http://www.nifc.gov/nicc/predictive/outlooks/monthly_seasonal_outlook.pdf

Colorado Fire Restriction Information

Each county is responsible for enacting appropriate restrictions.

View COEM’s current map of Colorado Fire Restrictions at: https://www.google.com/fusiontables/embedviz?viz=MAP&q=select+col4+from+1o76CJOtWMM37FdAb-dpQdTeUlwkbC0oBFAETH78&h=false&lat=39.02634487425597&lng=-105.550565&z=7&t=1&l=col4 

Colorado Weather Watches and Warnings Information 

For information on active fire weather watches and warnings visit: http://www.weather.gov/alerts-beta/co.php?x=1. A map can be viewed at: http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/firewx/main.php.

 

Colorado Smoke Outlook

For information about wildfire smoke visit: http://www.colorado.gov/airquality/wildfire.aspx
For information on Colorado air quality visit:  http://www.colorado.gov/airquality/advisory.aspx
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Pipeline Fire Complex: July 15

Fire Facts Final Report


Detected: July 9, 2013

Containment: 100%

Fuel Type: Mixed Conifer

Cause: Lightning

Location: Fishers Peak Mesa

Terrain: Steep and Rugged

Closures: None

Structures Threatened: None

Evacuations: None

Acres: 100 acres

The Type III Incident Management Team will be transferring command of the Pipeline Complex to the local district as of 6:00 a.m. today. Excellent progress was made by firefighters yesterday, and rain was received in the area raising the fire from 95% to 100% containment.

The remaining visible smokes are in areas too difficult to access and won’t likely threaten the surrounding region. The firefighters have fully suppressed all heat, fire, and smoke that have the potential of escaping the fire perimeter. The local fire department and land owner will monitor the fire in case the situation changes.

Suppressing a fire takes group effort. It’s not just firefighters that make a difference, it’s the community as well. As the Pipeline Complex Incident Commander Steve Mullis stated, “The Team would like to sincerely thank the community and local agencies for their support. We could not have done this job without them.”

Information provided by the Pipeline Fire Information Officer.

Fire Information – 719-422-3078
PIO: Amy Daniels
Email: pipelinefire@gmail.com
Twitter: www.twitter.com/pipelinefire1
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Colorado Wildfire Report: July 14

About this report: This wildfire update is provided by the Colorado Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management in partnership with the Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control to keep you informed of current wildfires for which the State is currently supporting and monitoring. The update does not cover all wildfires currently burning in Colorado that may be smaller incidents.
  • West Fork Complex Fire (Includes West Fork, Windy Pass and Papoose Fires)
  • Pipeline Fire Complex
  • East Fork Fire
  • Big Meadows Fire
There have been many smaller fires start in the state (less than 100 acres and without damage to structures or harm to  people). These fires have been largely put out in the first operational periods and have not exceeded 100 acres. I am not including these fires in the daily report.

Important Note: Information on current and future Colorado wildfires can be obtained from the following websites, which are updated regularly during incidents:

West Fork Fire Complex (includes West Fork, Windy Pass and Papoose Fires)
Fire Name
West Fork Fire Complex:
West Fork Fire| Papoose Fire| Windy Pass Fire
Fire Start Date
June 5, 2013
Location/County
Mineral and Hinsdale
Cause
Lightning
Acres
109,615
Containment
66%
Evacuations
 ~100
Fatalities
None Reported
Structures Lost
A small pump  house in the Papoose Fire.
Resources
289 Personnel Assigned
Executive Order Issued
Yes
Funding
Disaster Emergency Fund, Fire Management Assistance Grant (FMAG)
Information Sources
www.inciweb.org, SEOC Status Report, West Fork PIO, GACC Large Incident Report

 

 Pipeline Complex Fire



Fire Name
Pipeline Complex Fire
Fire Start Date
July 10, 2013
Location/County
Las Animas
Cause
Lightning
Acres
100
Containment
95%
Evacuations
None Reported
Fatalities
None Reported
Structures Lost
None Reported
Resources
118Personnel Assigned
Executive Order Issued
Not requested 
Funding
Partial state assistance approved.
Information Sources
www.inciweb.org


East Fork Fire
Fire Name
East Fork Fire
Fire Start Date
June 15, 2013
Location/County
Gunnison County
Cause
Lightning
Acres
447
Containment
80%
Evacuations
Trailhead and recreation closures in the area.
Fatalities
None Reported
Structures Lost
None Reported
Resources
83 Personnel  Assigned
Executive Order Issued
No – Federal Land
Funding
Federal Land
Information Sources
www.inciweb.org, SEOC Status Report, Ouray Ranger District Update, GACC Large Incident Report



Big Meadows Fire
Fire Name
Big Meadows Fire
Fire Start Date
June 10, 2013
Location/County
Grand County/ Rocky Mountain National Park
Cause
Lightning
Acres
652
Containment
95%
Evacuations
None Reported
Fatalities
None Reported
Structures Lost
None Reported
Resources
11 Personnel Assigned
Executive Order Issued
Yes
Funding
Federal Land
Information Sources
www.inciweb.org



Today’s Fire Outlook

The fire situation rating for the Rocky Mountain Area is at a  Preparedness Level 3. The National Preparedness Level remains at a Level 2.

Monthly Seasonal Outlook from the Rocky Mountain Area Coordination Center: http://www.nifc.gov/nicc/predictive/outlooks/monthly_seasonal_outlook.pdf

Colorado Fire Restriction Information

Each county is responsible for enacting appropriate restrictions.

View COEM’s current map of Colorado Fire Restrictions at: https://www.google.com/fusiontables/embedviz?viz=MAP&q=select+col4+from+1o76CJOtWMM37FdAb-dpQdTeUlwkbC0oBFAETH78&h=false&lat=39.02634487425597&lng=-105.550565&z=7&t=1&l=col4 

Colorado Weather Watches and Warnings Information 

For information on active fire weather watches and warnings visit: http://www.weather.gov/alerts-beta/co.php?x=1. A map can be viewed at: http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/firewx/main.php.

 

Colorado Smoke Outlook

For information about wildfire smoke visit: http://www.colorado.gov/airquality/wildfire.aspx
For information on Colorado air quality visit:  http://www.colorado.gov/airquality/advisory.aspx
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