Governor Polis Takes Executive Action Providing Resources in Response to Pearl Fire in Larimer County

DENVER - Today, Governor Polis issued a verbal declaration of disaster emergency to provide support and resources in response to the Pearl Fire in Larimer County. This declaration authorizes the Colorado Department of Public Safety, the Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management, and the Division of Fire Prevention and Control to assist in the response and recovery efforts. This declaration also authorizes the activation of the National Guard to assist with response and recovery efforts if deemed necessary by the Department of Public Safety.

Coloradans are encouraged to sign up for Emergency Alerts from their county, which can be found on the DHSEM website.

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