Sara VanValkenburg, Peak to Peak. The Clear Creek County Sheriff’s Office handled the management of the response to a small wildfire in Lawson, Colorado, just north of Interstate 70. The accidental, human-caused fire, which burned approximately 10 acres, began on Thursday, June 27 at 2:40 p.m.

Clear Creek Fire Authority led the initial firefighting efforts, with support from local partner agencies Central City Fire Department, Evergreen Fire Rescue and Foothills Fire & Rescue. Georgetown Police Department and Clear Creek County Emergency Medical Services also provided support. State and federal response partners provided support, and teams from the Division of Fire Prevention and Control and the U.S. Forest Service continued firefighting activities.

Teams continued monitoring the area due to the hot and dry conditions and revised tactics as needed to ensure the safety of responders and the public. There is no threat to the public or major roadways. All roads are open. As with any wildfire, please remain aware of any posted signs on roadways and information released from the Sheriff’s Office.

The Clear Creek County Sheriff’s Office wishes to thank all of the local, state and federal partners who offered their assistance in managing this firefighting effort.

Photos by Cody Allen.

(Originally published in the July 4, 2019, print edition of The Mountain-Ear.)