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. 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.
On August 16, 2025, the fire was reported as fully contained after burning 14,518 acres.
Cause The fire started because of a lightning strike, as witnessed by local in miller creek.
Impact
Closures and evacuations
See also
Lee Fire - Another wildfire that also burned near Meeker, Colorado 2025 United States wildfires 2025 Colorado wildfires List of Colorado wildfires
References
External links
Elk Fire at InciWeb