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City of Rifle enters Stage 1 fire restrictions
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· June 15, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points The restrictions in Garfield County were announced by several entities, including the Garfield County Sheriff's Office and the Bureau of Land Management. The City of Rifle has implemented fire restrictions, specifically Stage 1.
The City of Rifle has implemented fire restrictions, specifically Stage 1. This move brings the city in line with existing restrictions in Garfield County.
The restrictions in Garfield County were announced by several entities, including the Garfield County Sheriff's Office and the Bureau of Land Management. The county's seven fire districts were also involved in the announcement, which was made on June 9.
Further details about the restrictions are available from the City of Rifle or Garfield County authorities, as reported by the Glenwood Springs Post Independent.
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Category: safety Published: June 15, 2026 Source: Glenwood Springs Post Independent Reading time: 1 min
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