GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. — Fire crews across western Colorado are making steady progress in battling several wildfires, with improved containment numbers and lifted evacuation orders in some areas.
As of 3:00 p.m. on July 21, the current wildfire status is as follows:
| FIRE | ACREAGE | CONTAINMENT |
|---|---|---|
| Cottonwood Flat | 310 acres | 35% |
| Wright Draw | 466 acres | 51% |
| Turner Gulch | 15,737 acres | 34% |
| Sowbelly | 2,274 acres | 70% |
| South Rim | 4,220 acres | 31% |
| Deer Creek | 17,123 acres | 30% |
Evacuation Updates (as of 1:00 p.m., July 21):
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✅ Lifted: All private lands along Highway 141 have been released from pre-evacuation status.
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🔴 Still in Effect:
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Big Creek Evacuation Zone
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Divide Forks Campground Evacuation Zone
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🟡 Pre-Evacuation Still Active:
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Ute Creek Evacuation Zone
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Cold Springs Evacuation Zone
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Road & Travel Update:
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Highway 141 has been fully reopened in both directions.
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According to the Mesa County Sheriff’s Office, wildfire activity is no longer affecting travel between Grand Junction and Gateway.
Fire officials continue to urge caution in the region, reminding the public to stay informed as firefighting efforts continue.
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