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Wildfire Resources and How to Help

The City of Longmont has been receiving calls from residents seeking information on the wildfires and generously asking how they can help both evacuees and those involved in the firefighting efforts.

At this time, Longmont is not under immediate threat from any of the fires. Evacuation centers for people leaving Estes Park have been set up in Loveland and Westminster, and Longmont resources are standing by for any additional need.

Longmont’s water supply is not immediately impacted as a result of the wildfires and staff is working locally and with regional partners to identify the most effective supply and treatment alternatives for any future impacts. Ralph Price Reservoir is currently completely full and ample water supplies have already been delivered into Carter Lake.

Please note that Button Rock Preserve remains closed to the public until further notice.

How you can help

Residents wishing to help those affected by the fires are encouraged to consult the following websites for current needs related to each of the fires:

Cameron Peak:

CalWood and Lefthand Canyon:

East Troublesome:

The Red Cross is providing temporary housing to those displaced by the fires. To support their efforts, please donate at https://www.redcross.org/local/colorado.html.

Evacuation assistance, routes, and centers:

  • Estes Park Evacuees: Assistance available through the Red Cross. Call 1-800-417-0495 – option 0
  • Evacuees leaving Estes Park via US34 go to the Embassy Suites, 4705 Clydesdale Pkwy, Loveland, CO 80538
  • Evacuees leaving via US36 go to the Westminster City Park Recreation Center, 10455 Sheridan Boulevard, Westminster, CO 80020
  • Evacuees leaving via Hwy 7 go to the Isle Hotel and Casino, 401 Main St, Black Hawk, CO 80422

Websites with additional maps and information on current fire status:

 

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