The Rio Blanco wildfire in Colorado is a 1388-acre fire with 79% containment as of August 9, 2026, at 00:20:03. The fire behavior is described as active, flanking, smoldering, and backing.
Official source description: 10 Miles S from Pagosa Springs, CO
Active; Flanking; Smoldering; Backing
No preparedness advice available based on the current fire behavior and evacuation status.
IRWIN ID: {31E42281-5DC8-48B0-9031-AF570C7B2CDF}
Discovered: Jul 28, 2026
Cause: Natural
Managing Agency: USFS
Est. Cost to Date: $9,010,345
Coordinates: 37.1247, -106.9852
The Rio Blanco Fire has burned 1,388 acres as of August 9, 2026.
As of the latest update, the Rio Blanco Fire is 79% contained.
The official cause has been listed as: Natural.
The Rio Blanco Fire is burning in Archuleta, CO.
Yes, as of the latest official update, the Rio Blanco Fire remains active.
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