July 13th 2024.
Over the weekend, a wildfire known as the Dinosaur fire has been burning in the Flatirons of Boulder, near the National Center for Atmospheric Research. According to fire officials, as of Saturday, it was 35% contained. This news was reported in various sources, including Colorado News articles and updates from local authorities.
The fire started on Friday and quickly spread to cover four acres of land. However, it was relatively slow-moving throughout the day and night. Despite the initial intensity, the flames were contained within a few minutes. The Boulder Office of Disaster Management stated that the fire was not spreading too far or too fast, thanks to limited winds in the area. This was also confirmed by the National Weather Service, who noted that despite the extreme heat and low humidity, the winds were not strong enough to cause concern.
More than 75 firefighters were immediately dispatched to the scene when the fire was first reported on Friday, at around 11:45 a.m. In addition, two helicopters were called in to assist with dropping retardant and water on the flames. These efforts, along with the favorable weather conditions, helped to keep the fire under control.
Thankfully, no evacuation or pre-evacuation notices were needed on Friday. However, Boulder emergency officials did issue an advisory for those living in the southwest area of the city. They urged residents to remain aware of their surroundings and to start making preparations in case the situation worsened. This advisory was later lifted on Saturday morning, but some trails in the NCAR area remained closed as firefighters continued to work on fully containing the fire.
As of Saturday morning, the fire was reported to be 35% contained. Boulder emergency officials stated that they expected it to be fully contained by the end of the day, as over 70 firefighters were still working to extinguish the remaining flames. They also reassured the public that the fire lines had held overnight, which was a positive sign. The community was advised to remain vigilant and to follow any instructions given by local authorities.
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