Simms (Wildfire)

The Simms Fire was reported at 4:25 p.m. on May 19, 2022 and is burning in pinyon/juniper, Gambel oak brush and grassland on USFS, BLM and private land approximately 15 miles southwest of Montrose, Colorado. Fire is burning in Ouray and Montrose Counties. USFS is managing the fire as a full-suppression fire. Strong winds in the afternoon created active fire behavior with running, multiple tree torching and spotting. Fire is under investigation.  Visit https://montrosecountysheriffsoffice.com and https://ouraycountyco.gov to learn about evacuations