Colorado Springs Issues Burn Restrictions

Restrictions start Tuesday due to dry conditions and unfavorable weather

Published on Feb. 17, 2026

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The Colorado Springs Fire Department has ordered burn restrictions for the city starting Tuesday morning at 8 a.m. due to increased dry fuels and unfavorable weather conditions. The restrictions prohibit activities like fires in wildland, brushy or grassy areas, bonfires, open or prescribed burns, and outside smoking in city parks and open spaces.

Why it matters

Burn restrictions are a common fire prevention measure in areas prone to wildfires, especially during dry and windy conditions that can quickly spread flames. Colorado Springs has experienced several major wildfires in recent years, so these restrictions aim to reduce the risk of new fires starting and getting out of control.

The details

The Colorado Springs Fire Department cited 'increased dry fuels and unfavorable weather conditions' as the reasons for issuing the burn restrictions. Activities prohibited under the restrictions include any type of fire on wildland, brushy or grassy areas, bonfires, open or prescribed burns, and outside smoking in city parks and open spaces.

  • The burn restrictions will go into effect on Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 8 a.m.

The players

Colorado Springs Fire Department

The fire department for the city of Colorado Springs, Colorado that issued the burn restrictions.

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What’s next

The fire department will monitor conditions and may lift the burn restrictions once the weather and fuel levels improve.

The takeaway

Burn restrictions are an important fire prevention measure, especially in areas prone to wildfires. Residents of Colorado Springs should be aware of and comply with the restrictions to help reduce the risk of dangerous and destructive fires.