Muddy Slide Fire
The Muddy Slide Fire was a wildfire that started near Yampa, Colorado on June 20, 2021. The fire burned 4,093 acres (1,656 ha) and was fully contained on September 14, 2021.[1][2]
| Muddy Slide Fire | |
|---|---|
| Location | Yampa, Colorado |
| Coordinates | 40.143°N 106.798°W |
| Statistics | |
| Date(s) | June 20, 2021 – September 14, 2021 |
| Burned area | 4,093 acres (1,656 ha) |
| Cause | Lightning |
| Buildings destroyed | 18 |
| Map | |
  Location in Western Colorado | |
Events
Cause
The cause of the fire is believed to be due to lightning.[1]
Containment
On September 14, 2021, the fire reached 100% containment.[1]
Impact
Closures and Evacuations
References
- "Muddy Slide Fire Information - InciWeb the Incident Information System". inciweb.nwcg.gov. Retrieved 2021-06-25.
- "National Interagency Coordination Center Incident Management Situation Report Wednesday, September 15, 2021– 0730 MDT National Preparedness Level 5" (PDF). nifc.gov. September 15, 2021. Retrieved September 15, 2021.
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