FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: BIA Fire Management – 970.563.4571 Summer Begay, PIO – 970.553.0052 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 16, 2025 Ute 63 Fire Southern Ute Indian Reservation – The lightning-caused Ute 63 Fire was discovered on the afternoon of July 13, 2025 near Morgan Canyon on the Ute Mountain Ute Reservation. Despite a quick response from Ute Mountain Ute BIA Agency and Southern Ute BIA Agency firefighters, the fire continued to grow through the night of the 13th. On July 14, 2025 the Durango Interagency Type 3 Team (IMT3) was ordered to provide oversight and additional resources to the Ute 63 Fire. The Durango Interagency IMT3 is utilizing airtankers, helicopters, 1 dozer, and approximately 96 firefighters to suppress the Ute 63 Fire. Assisting agencies include Los Pinos Fire, Fort Lewis Mesa Fire, Durango Fire, Upper Pine Fire, San Juan County NM Fire, US Forest Service, and the Bureau of Land Management. As of 11:30 a.m. on July 16, 2025, the Ute 63 Fire has been mapped at approximately 108 acres and is 25% contained. The Durango Interagency Type 3 Incident Management Team anticipates increased containment in the coming days, aided by incoming firefighting resources and a slight drop in temperatures […]
The Southern Ute Justice and Regulatory Department is happy to share the Agenda and the week’s events to show appreciation to our Law Enforcement staff who remain committed to protecting and serving our tribal community each and every day.
The Southern Ute Tribal Court will also be honoring former Chief Judges Pearl E. Casias and the late Rita “Elaine” Newton with bronze plaques that will be showcased in the lobby of the Justice Complex. Light refreshments will be served following the honoring and dedication.
We invite those who have time to attend this worthwhile event that allows us to acknowledge our colleagues who protect and serve the Southern Ute tribal community and also those who have done the courageous work in previous years on behalf of Southern Ute Law Enforcement.
Should you have question related to the Memorial Day Event or need clarification related to the agenda, please contact the Justice and Regulatory Department at (970) 563-2800.