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DENVER ~ Denver, CO - In a solemn tribute to the bravery and sacrifice of three U.S. Wildland Fire Service firefighters, Governor Polis has ordered flags to fly at half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Sunday, July 5, 2026. The three firefighters, Emily Barker, Nick Hutcherson, and Sydney Watson, lost their lives while responding to the Knowles Fire in Mesa County.
The public memorial for these fallen heroes will be held at 11 a.m. MT on Sunday at the Amphitheater at Las Colonias Park. Governor Polis expressed his deep gratitude for their selfless actions, stating that "these three brave heroes ran towards the flames, put themselves in harm's way, and gave the ultimate sacrifice to protect Coloradans, our communities, and our families."
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The governor also previously released a statement outlining the state's efforts to coordinate with the U.S. Wildland Fire Service in rescuing and evacuating two injured firefighters who were hurt in the line of duty. He authorized the National Guard to support recovery efforts for the three fallen firefighters.
The Knowles Fire later merged with several others to form the Snyder Fire. As of Thursday, July 2, 2026, it has burned over 30,000 acres and is currently 49% contained. All evacuation orders were lifted on July 1st at 7 p.m.
The loss of these brave individuals has deeply affected their loved ones and fellow crew members. As Colorado mourns their passing and honors their courage and sacrifice, flags will fly at half-staff across the state as a symbol of gratitude for their service.
The public memorial for these fallen heroes will be held at 11 a.m. MT on Sunday at the Amphitheater at Las Colonias Park. Governor Polis expressed his deep gratitude for their selfless actions, stating that "these three brave heroes ran towards the flames, put themselves in harm's way, and gave the ultimate sacrifice to protect Coloradans, our communities, and our families."
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The governor also previously released a statement outlining the state's efforts to coordinate with the U.S. Wildland Fire Service in rescuing and evacuating two injured firefighters who were hurt in the line of duty. He authorized the National Guard to support recovery efforts for the three fallen firefighters.
The Knowles Fire later merged with several others to form the Snyder Fire. As of Thursday, July 2, 2026, it has burned over 30,000 acres and is currently 49% contained. All evacuation orders were lifted on July 1st at 7 p.m.
The loss of these brave individuals has deeply affected their loved ones and fellow crew members. As Colorado mourns their passing and honors their courage and sacrifice, flags will fly at half-staff across the state as a symbol of gratitude for their service.
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