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Muddy Slide Fire

Coordinates: 40°08′35″N 106°47′53″W / 40.143°N 106.798°W / 40.143; -106.798
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Muddy Slide Fire
Date(s)June 20, 2021 (2021-06-20) – September 14, 2021 (2021-09-14)
LocationYampa, Colorado
Coordinates40°08′35″N 106°47′53″W / 40.143°N 106.798°W / 40.143; -106.798
Statistics
Burned area4,093 acres (1,656 ha)
Impacts
Structures destroyed18
Ignition
CauseLightning
Map
Muddy Slide Fire is located in Colorado
Muddy Slide Fire
Location in Western Colorado

The Muddy Slide Fire was a wildfire that started near Yampa, Colorado, United States, on June 20, 2021. The fire burned 4,093 acres (1,656 ha) and was fully contained on September 14, 2021.[1][2]

Events

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June

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The Muddy Slide Fire was first reported on June 20, 2021 at around 3:00 pm MST.[1]

Cause

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The cause of the fire is believed to be due to lightning.[1]

Containment

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On September 14, 2021, the fire reached 100% containment.[1]

Impact

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Closures and Evacuations

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See also

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References

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  1. ^ a b c d "Muddy Slide Fire Information - InciWeb the Incident Information System". inciweb.nwcg.gov. Retrieved 2021-06-25.
  2. ^ "National Interagency Coordination Center Incident Management Situation Report Wednesday, September 15, 2021– 0730 MDT National Preparedness Level 5" (PDF). nifc.gov. September 15, 2021. Retrieved September 15, 2021.