Wildland Fire Mitigation

The Grand County Wildfire Council (GCWC) is a non-profit, community-based education and mitigation program for the residents and visitors of Grand County, Colorado. Grand County Natural Resources is a participating member of the GCWC. Please go to BeWildfireReady.org for more information about the best practices for protecting your home from wildfire and programs available.

Fire Safety Guidelines

Wildland fire is a naturally occurring event that will happen at some point in time. All property owners should take steps to mitigate for this event by creating “defensible space” zones around your home.

Grand County Division of Natural Resources (DNR) in conjunction with the Colorado State Forest Service and your local Fire Protection District, encourages all property owners to practice Firewise Techniques for home construction and creating defensible space on your property. Wildland fire hazards exist on most forested home sites but many hazards can be reduced by following Firewise practices.  

The following can make your home safer from embers and radiant heat:

  • Clean roofs & gutters of dead leaves, debris and pine needles that could catch embers.
  • Replace or repair any loose or missing shingles or roof tiles to prevent ember penetration.
  • Enclose under-eave and soffit vents or screen with metal mesh to prevent ember entry.
  • Cover exterior attic vents with metal wire mesh no larger than 1/8 inch to prevent sparks from entering the home.
  • Repair or replace damaged or loose window screens and any broken windows.
  • Screen or box-in areas below patios and decks with wire mesh to prevent debris and combustible materials from accumulating.
  • Move any flammable material away from wall exteriors - mulch, flammable plants, leaves and needles, firewood piles - anything that can burn.
  • Remove anything stored underneath decks or porches.

Additional Information & Resources

Contact Information

Grand County Wildfire Council (Phone: 970-627-7121)

East Grand Fire Protection District (Fraser Valley)

Grand Fire Protection District No. 1 (Granby Area)

Grand Lake Fire Protection District

Hot Sulphur Springs - Parshall Fire Protection District

Kremmling Fire Protection District

Grand County DNR (Phone: 970-887-0745)

Colorado State Forest Service (Phone: 970-887-3121)