Elk Fire Alert: Prepare Now | Denver News

The Elk Fire in western Colorado is growing fast—now at 488 acres and still zero percent contained—prompting a pre-evacuation alert for Hinsdale and Gunnison Counties. Residents in zones along Highway 149, Lake City, and the GNN 220 area should prep now: gather essentials, review evacuation plans, and be ready to leave quickly. Livestock owners can bring animals to the Gunnison County Fairgrounds (call ahead for vet checks), and a public meeting is set for Monday at 6 PM in Lake City. Stay informed—this is a heads-up, not a mandatory order. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/ae7c81f9628de4d8