Wetmore Fire Map


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This map includes information on road closures, shelters,animal shelters and media staging. At this time we do not have an official fire perimeter to add to the map.

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Wetmore Fire Update: October 23 at 4:45 pm

Wetmore Fire Information

  • First call came in at 1:32 PM and was reported as a wildland fire of unknown origin.
  • Fire size is estimated to be at least 700 acres.
  • Gusting winds of over 50 miles per hour reported in area.
  • No confirmation on number of threatened or damaged structures at this time.
  • Emergency Fire Funding (EFF) was approved at 3:15 p.m.
  • FEMA Fire Management Assistance Grant (FMAG) was approved at 4:45 p.m.


Evacuation Information

Evacuation areas are Greenwood, Wetmore, and east of Wetmore into Pueblo County. 


Reverse 911 was being utilized, however due to fire damage of utility lines, a multi-agency, house-to-house notification was implemented.

Shelter and Reception Area Information

  • Baptist Church at 303 E. 3rd Street in Florence, CO
  • Church of Nazarene, 84 Stanford Avenue, Pueblo, CO
  • Large Animals are being referred to the Colorado State Fairgrounds.
  • In Westcliffe, domestic animals are being accepted at the Custer County Fairgrounds.

Road Closures

Colorado 96 is closed westbound from The Pueblo Reservoir south entrance to Wetmore. Eastbound from Colorado 165 to Wetmore. Colorado 67 is closed southbound from County Road 15 to Wetmore.

Resources 

  • 15 multiple agencies
  • Office of Emergency Management Field Manager 
  • 2 Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control Fire Management Officers
  • Type II Incident Management Team ordered and arrival is expected on Wednesday, October 24.

 The overnight plan is to maintain the road closures, Scout and Point Protection for incoming Fire Crews.  Lives and Structures throughout the night is the priority .
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State EOC Activated: October 23

The State EOC has been activated at a level four, monitor with core staff, to support the Wetmore fire in Custer County, Colorado.

An OEM field manager is en route to support the emergency manager on site.
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Colorado 2012 Joint Information Systems at Work


This presentation was created by Public Information Officer, Micki Trost, Colorado Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management. It was delivered at the Garfield County Public Information Officer Workshop on October 19, 2012.
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CDOT and COEM Encourage Mortorists to Prepare for Winter



News From
The Colorado Department of Transportation






Date:    October 22, 2012
Contact:  Mindy Crane, CDOT  – (303) 757-9469
Micki Trost, Office of Emergency Management – (303) 472-4087

 CDOT AND COLORADO OFFICE OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT ENCOURAGE MOTORISTS TO PREPARE FOR WINTER


DENVER – This week, October 21- October 27 is Colorado Winter Weather Awareness Week and the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) and Colorado Office of Emergency Management are offering some tips on how to get yourself and your vehicle prepared for inclement weather.
“This time of year, winter weather can strike at any time, which means we all need to get our emergency kits and vehicles ready for winter travel,” said CDOT Executive Director Don Hunt. “Early preparation will help ensure the safety of those traveling Colorado highways during inclement weather.”
 The first step in preparing for winter is ensuring that you have an emergency kit in your vehicle in case you are stranded. If you find yourself stranded, stay in your vehicle, turn on your flashers, call for help and wait until it arrives. Your emergency kit should include the following:

  • Flares/reflectors to signal for help and warn other motorists
  • Sturdy scraper/snow brush/snow shovel to clear snow
  • Battery or crank-powered radio to listen to emergency broadcasts
  • Flashlight with extra batteries or crank-powered flashlight
  • Survival blanket or sleeping bag
  • Chemical hand warmers
  • Extra set of clothes, including coat, hat, mittens, boots, etc
  • Water for each person and pet in your car
  • Food items containing protein such as nuts and energy bars; canned fruit and a portable can opener
  • First Aid Kit and essential medications
  • Tire chains and tow strap
  • Non-clumping kitty litter/sand for traction
  • Jumper cables
  • Extra cloth or paper towels for cleanup if necessary
  • Deck of cards or board game for entertainment

In addition to the emergency kit, be sure to check your vehicle now and before any road trip to make sure it is in safe operating condition

  • Windshield Wiper Fluid
  • Heater/Defroster
  • Wiper Blades
  • Antifreeze
  • Lights
  • Fuel System and a Full Tank of Gas
  • Ignition
  • Exhaust System
  • Tire Tread
  • Battery Brakes

In addition to the emergency kit and vehicle preparedness, it is important for motorists to keep speeds down during inclement weather and give snow plows room to do their job.  Motorists are also encouraged to plan ahead when traveling by calling 511 or visiting www.cotrip.org for real-time road information. Winter weather awareness information and updates are also posted by the Office of Emergency Management at www.COEmergency.com or on Twitter at COEmergency using the #COwx hashtag.
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