Roaring Fork Valley fire officials, emergency managers remind public to be ‘extra vigilant’ about wildfires

Roaring Fork Valley fire officials, emergency managers remind public to be ‘extra vigilant’ about wildfires

With multiple wildfires already reported across the Roaring Fork Valley this summer, local fire officials and emergency managers are reminding the public to take precautions to help prevent further ignition, whether in the backcountry or at home. Pitkin County is currently under Stage 1 fire restrictions, which call for increased caution. Jake Andersen, deputy chief of Operations for Aspen Fire Protection District, urged residents to stay alert …