Smoke further south on Saturday

 It may be the weekend, but smoke isn't taking a day off.

The Lee Fire and Elk Fire continue to burn in Rio Blanco County. Smoke from these fires has moved south today, and Particulate Matter concentrations in central Colorado are higher. Cities and towns along the I-70 corridor, including Rifle, Eagle, and Vail, woke up to hazy, smoky skies this morning. Smoke is expected to stay south of Rio Blanco County today. In central Colorado, an Air Quality Health Advisory is in effect until 9 am Sunday morning. 

The Stoner Mesa Fire in Dolores County is also still burning today. Smoke from this fire has moved further east today, and a larger area is under the Air Quality Health Advisory.

If you are in a location under a Health Advisory, it's a good idea to take steps to protect your health today. Stay up-to-date with the latest air quality conditions on CDPHE's monitor map or Purple Air.

Also, a Red Flag Warning remains in effect for a large area of western Colorado, Utah, and Wyoming. CDPHE is monitoring the situation and will provide updates as needed.