Wildfire — Grand and Battlement Mesas, Colorado

2024-08-01 to 2024-08-03 · Grand and Battlement Mesas, Colorado

Event narrative

The Currant Creek Fire started in late July due to unknown causes 5 miles northwest of Cedaredge, Colorado. The fire grew to 193 acres before it was contained in early August. The estimated final cost was $5 million.

Wider weather episode

The Currant Creek Fire started in late July due to unknown causes 5 miles northwest of Cedaredge, Colorado.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1204449. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.