Small Fire in the Lumpy Ridge Area of Rocky Mountain National Park

8/18-10:17am
Rocky Mountain National Park fire crews are continuing mop up operations today on the Twin Owls .30 acre (3/10 acre) fire in the Lumpy Ridge area.  Fire managers are working with a Douglas County Type 2 helicopter to transport water bags for park fire crews to extinguish the remainder of any duff.  The area of this small fire is surrounded by rock.  Helicopter operations will continue to be visible this morning in this area.
8/17-4:09 pm
​Fire crews have a containment line around the approximate .30 acre (3/10 of an acre) fire and are conducting mop up operations which includes extinguishing any remaining heat or burning material near the fire perimeter.  The cause of the fire is lightning. 
8/17-1:33pm
Rocky Mountain National Park fire crews are on scene in the Lumpy Ridge area of the park for a small fire.  The fire is approximately 1/10 acre in size. The Estes Valley Fire Protection District is also providing resources.  Smoke may be visible from Estes Park.