DENVER ( KDVR ) — Fire crews responded to two wildfires that were reportedly human-caused at the Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge on Thursday.
According to the Rocky Mountain Arsenal, the South Adams Fire Department, Adams County Fire Rescue and the Brighton Fire Rescue responded to the brush fires. The refuge was consequently closed and those visiting were asked to exit the park.
Thankfully, the crews were able to contain the fires within a few hours. However, Rocky Mountain Arsenal said the fires were human-caused and the investigation is ongoing. The wildlife refuge did not say if any suspects were in custody.
The wildlife refuge is asking anyone with information about the wildfires to call the Refuge Law Enforcement line at 303-289-0930. The tipline is monitored even if the visitor center is closed.
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Due to the upcoming Fourth of July holiday, the wildlife refuge said fire staff will have an increased presence for the next two weeks.