The evacuation orders have been lifted for the Simms Fire for all residents *EXCEPT those along the Wildcat Drainage area. Residents in the closed area are not able to return. All evacuation information is available online here: https://montrosecountysheriffsoffice.com/simms-mesa/. Updated fire information is available at westslopefireinfo.com. If you have questions, please call the Public Information Line at 970-765-7309.
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