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Currant Creek Fire Update

Sunday, 7/28/24 at 9:00 PM

Size: 182 acres

Estimated Containment: 0%

Today, hand crews worked up each flank from the origin towards the ridge digging hand line and addressing hot spots near the edge to prevent spread. Two helicopters supported firefighters by delivering loads of water to douse hot spots and spot fires. Some active fire behavior was observed between the fingers going up the ridge. The northernmost finger produced a significant plume of smoke around 2 PM that could be seen from certain areas on Redlands Mesa and around Cedaredge.

However, that activity did not increase the footprint of the fire. Additional crews are due to arrive tomorrow. They will join existing resources and continue constructing line around the fire with the support of aircraft. Crews are still working on containment and pre-evacuation warnings remain in place due to continued Red Flag weather conditions forecast for Monday.

Firefighters are making good progress suppressing hotspots within the core of the fire and spot fires to prevent further growth. Fire growth was minimal today thanks to their efforts despite low humidity, high temps, and winds gusting up to nearly 30 MPH. As long as fire activity remains stable, updates will be published once daily. Additional updates may be issued if conditions change significantly, or if the pre-evacuation status changes.

Please do not call dispatch for updates about this fire. The most up to date fire information will be posted on Inciweb. Evacuation information can be found on the Delta County Sheriff’s Office Facebook or on the Delta County Website.