Elk Fire
The Elk Fire was a wildfire burning near the town of Meeker, Colorado and the community of Buford, Colorado that began on August 2, 2025. As of August 12, the fire burned and is 100% contained.
The fire has destroyed at least 2 homes.
Events
August
The Elk Fire was first reported on August 2, 2025, at around 12:30 pm MST.On August 5, 2025, Colorado Governor Jared Polis issued a state of emergency for four wildfires burning in western Colorado, including the Elk Fire.