Pueblo, Colorado – Fires could ignite and spread within minutes across southeast Colorado by Saturday afternoon as powerful winds and extremely dry air return, creating dangerous conditions for anyone outdoors.
According to the National Weather Service in Pueblo, a Fire Weather Watch is in effect for Saturday afternoon through the evening, with southwest winds reaching up to 35 mph and relative humidity dropping as low as 7 percent. These conditions significantly increase the risk of rapid wildfire growth across the region.
Communities along the I-25 corridor, including Pueblo, Colorado Springs, Trinidad, and La Junta, face the highest risk window between midday and sunset. Open areas, open grasslands, and foothill zones will be especially vulnerable, where a single spark could spread quickly and threaten nearby structures. Emergency managers warn that outdoor burning, including trash or agricultural burns, should be avoided entirely.
This surge in fire danger follows a brief cooldown Friday, when a passing system brings scattered mountain showers and slightly below-average temperatures. That moisture will be short-lived, with warmer, drier air surging back in by Saturday.
Residents should secure loose items, avoid activities that create sparks, and stay alert for rapidly changing conditions. Additional alerts or upgraded warnings may be issued as Saturday approaches.
