Jul 12, 2026
STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, Colo. Mandatory evacuation orders have been issued after two wildfires broke out near Steamboat Springs in Routt County Sunday.Mandatory evacuations were issued in Zones OC-522 and OC-523 in the Green Ridge F ire. Residents in zones OC-521, OC-528, OC-529, OC-531, OC-536 are under pre-evacuation at this time. Meanwhile, an evacuation center is available at SOROCO High School, 305 Grant Avenue in Oak Creek,.The first reported blaze was the Fishhook Fire, which is burning on Rabbit Ears Pass.Shortly afterward, a second fire dubbed the Green Ridge Fire south of the original one flared up, and is burning near the Stagecoach Reservoir.Both fires are about eight acres at last report.At this time, no evacuations were issued in the Fishhook Fire. However, campers and hikers in the area are being asked to prepare for when the order comes down.The Fishhook Fire is burning on National Forest land, while the Green Ridge Fire is burning on private land, according to officials. MORE | Extensive Denver7 coverage of Colorado wildfire season 2026There have been no reports of injuries or structural loss at this time.Information on the origins and causes of either fire was not released.The fires are also burning under challenging conditions, with hot temperatures, low humidity and dry fuels.Temperatures in Steamboat Springs reached above 90 degrees on Sunday, with light winds.The new fires come as at least six major wildfires continue to burn across Colorado amid dry conditions.This is a developing story and will be updated as we learn more ...read more read less
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