~ Colorado Springs, CO - The Fire Marshal of the Colorado Springs Fire Department, Kris Cooper, has issued a burn ban for the City of Colorado Springs. Effective June 29 at 12 p.m., the ban is in response to hazardous fire conditions that have been exacerbated by prolonged dry weather, lack of moisture, high temperatures, and an elevated risk of wildfires. This decision comes as multiple wildfires have already started across the state in the past 24 hours, putting a strain on firefighting resources.

The current conditions pose a significant threat for fast-moving fires and make it necessary to temporarily prohibit activities that could potentially ignite a wildfire. As such, the following activities are strictly prohibited during the burn ban: outdoor cooking using wood, pellets or charcoal; outdoor fires in portable or fixed fireplaces fueled by wood, pellets or charcoal; recreational fires such as campfires not contained in a portable or fixed fireplace; operating small internal combustion engines without a properly installed and functioning spark arrestor; and smoking in city parks or open spaces.

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Furthermore, permits for bonfires and model rockets will not be issued while the burn ban is in effect. Any outdoor hot work activities such as welding, brazing, blasting and torching will require a permit from the Colorado Springs Fire Department.

The Fire Department is urging all residents and visitors to exercise extreme caution during this time. With current conditions being highly susceptible to wildfires, even a single spark can quickly escalate into a dangerous situation.

Violations of the burn ban may result in fines, imprisonment or both as allowed by City ordinance. The Fire Department reminds everyone to stay vigilant and comply with the burn ban for their own safety and that of their community. The ban will remain in effect until further notice from authorities.

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