Collbran, Colorado – The Brushy Ridge Fire reached 50% containment Sunday, reducing visible smoke and active heat threats.
According to the Mesa County Sheriff’s Office, the fire burning along 63 1/10 Road outside Collbran showed significant progress as of March 29, with crews reporting no visible smoke and remaining interior heat no longer posing a threat.
Officials said Mesa County Sheriff’s Office Sgt. Rich Acre has transferred incident command to Plateau Valley Fire Department Chief Kevin Henderson. The transition marks the end of the sheriff’s office managing the fire response.
Plateau Valley Fire Protection District will continue monitoring and managing the fire for the remainder of the incident, according to the sheriff’s office.
The fire’s reduced intensity signals improved conditions for nearby areas, though officials have not announced full containment or final acreage. Residents in the region may still see fire personnel in the area as crews monitor hotspots and ensure the fire remains controlled.
The Brushy Ridge Fire had prompted earlier response efforts in rural Mesa County, an area known for dry terrain and wildfire risk during changing seasonal conditions.
For local commuters and students traveling near Collbran, officials advise staying alert for emergency vehicles and ongoing fire operations in the area.
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