Muddy Slide Fire Explained

Muddy Slide Fire
Date:	–
Location:	Yampa, Colorado
Coordinates:	40.143°N -106.798°W
Pushpin Map:	USA Colorado
Pushpin Map Caption:	Location in Western Colorado
Area:	40930NaN0
Buildings:	18
Cause:	Lightning

The Muddy Slide Fire was a wildfire that started near Yampa, Colorado, United States, on June 20, 2021. The fire burned 40930NaN0 and was fully contained on September 14, 2021.^{[1] [2]}

Events

June

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

Cause

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

Containment

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

Impact

Closures and Evacuations

See also

• 2021 Colorado wildfires
• List of Colorado wildfires

Notes and References

1. Web site: Muddy Slide Fire Information - InciWeb the Incident Information System. 2021-06-25. inciweb.nwcg.gov.
2. Web site: September 15, 2021. National Interagency Coordination Center Incident Management Situation Report Wednesday, September 15, 2021– 0730 MDT National Preparedness Level 5. nifc.gov. September 15, 2021.