Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests
Forest Service News Release
Daniel Malta
Public Affairs Officer (Acting)
(912) 759-0893
daniel.malta@usda.gov
www.fs.usda.gov/gmug
Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests rescind fire restrictions
Current conditions warrant changes in restrictions/prohibitions
DELTA, Colo. (September 09, 2025) — Stage 1 fire restrictions will be rescinded for the Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison (GMUG) National Forests, effective September 9 at 6 p.m. Recent conditions have increased fuel moisture and lessened, but not eliminated, the threat of wildland fire danger, allowing restrictions to be lifted.
Federal and county public lands surrounding the GMUG may remain under fire restrictions. Please consult with the appropriate land managers before engaging in any activities that may violate restrictions.
Although fire restrictions are lifting, forest managers would like to remind visitors and users of the GMUG to continue being attentive to their actions and surroundings, especially in areas with dry vegetation or dead/down trees.
“We’re grateful for the public’s continued cooperation and understanding during recent fire restrictions,” said Chad Stewart, GMUG forest supervisor. “Continue making smart choices out there, stay fire-aware and enjoy your time on the GMUG.”
Fire managers base decisions about fire restrictions on specific fuel moisture measurements in vegetation and other risk factors such as predicted weather and current fire activity. Fire managers will continue to monitor conditions and assess the need for further action.
For information and updates on current alerts, conditions and GMUG recreation opportunities, visit the forest website.
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