RED FLAG WARNING FOR MONDAY, DEC. 30

Town of Superior sent this bulletin at 12/29/2024 02:13 PM MST

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RED FLAG WARNING FOR MONDAY, DEC. 30

The National Weather Service has issued a RED FLAG WARNING for Monday, December 30, in Boulder County. Low humidity and high wind is causing increased fire danger. Although the warning is for areas below 6,000 feet, open burning is not allowed anywhere in Boulder County all day on Monday. Wind is expected to be between 30-40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph. Avoid any outdoor activity that could produce a spark or flame. Emergency services are on high alert.

Residents are urged to take the following precautions to keep yourself and our community safe during high winds:

  • Make sure you’re signed up to receive emergency alerts through BOCO Alert or ReachWell and have your personal preparedness plan ready.
  • Know how you would evacuate, and what items you would take with you.
  • Remember, you are always your first form of alerts. If you see, hear, smell, or sense that something may be dangerous take action to keep yourself safe.
  • Do not burn or do any activity that may produce a spark.
  • Avoid travel if possible – blowing dust and debris can cause roadway hazards.
  • Secure loose items and/or move unsecured or lightweight objects like decorations and patio furniture indoors.

Safety Precautions being taken in the region:

The following tools and systems are in place and have been used in wildfire detection and response:

  • Fire and smoke detection cameras – The wildfire detection cameras that are in place have been working to support responders in keeping situational awareness related to monitoring fire speed, growth, and direction of spread which help first responders with a speedy response.
  • Indices-based dispatching – Developed by our fire departments and used on days with higher fire danger, indices-based dispatching has been working and allows fire fighters to get fires under control faster by sending more personnel and fire trucks to the scene.
  • Alert and warning – First responders who arrive on-scene can authorize emergency alerts and evacuation orders to be sent, which helps get alerts to you faster.
  • Evacuation planning – Responders have been planning and training for getting alerts out quickly, managing traffic, and working closely together to make sure evacuation decisions are made in a coordinated environment to support our community in the event that you have to evacuate.

For more information visit the National Weather Service website at www.weather.gov/bou/ and the Boulder Office of Disaster Management website.

If you notice any damage to town property or travel hazards on town roads or property, please report them via Superior Click Fix or by calling 911 if it is an emergency situation.