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Community Wildfire Protection Plan – Public Comment Period
The updated plan examines wildfire conditions in Teller County, overall fire risk, community preparedness, homeowner mitigation, social factors related to wildfire awareness, and post-fire considerations.
Comments submitted through this form will be forwarded for review as part of the CWPP public comment process.The public comment period is currently open.
View the Teller County CWPP (PDF)
Office of Emergency Management
Mission Statement
The Teller County Office of Emergency Management supports, coordinates, and plans with the whole community. Our mission is to build, sustain, and improve the County’s capacity to mitigate, prepare for, respond to, and recover from all hazards.
Fire Restrictions and Guidance
Teller County Fire Ban Guide (PDF)
The updated, color-blind-friendly Fire Restriction Guide is available above.
The Teller County Sheriff serves as the County Fire Warden and monitors fire danger levels. Fire bans adopted by the Board of County Commissioners are enforced to help prevent wildfires that threaten life and property.
Emergency Preparedness
Are You Ready?
Disasters can occur without warning. Being prepared can significantly reduce risk and improve outcomes. Whether facing wildfire, severe weather, or other emergencies, having a go-kit ready is essential.
Recommended supplies include water, food, first aid items, flashlights, and chargers. Individuals who rely on medical devices or specialized supplies should plan accordingly. Residents are also encouraged to know evacuation routes and maintain communication plans.
Visit Ready.gov/plan for guidance and preparedness resources.
Watch the preparedness video:
The Teller County Emergency Preparedness Guide – When Disaster Strikes Home (PDF) provides comprehensive preparedness information for residents.
Emergency Alerts and Notifications
Peak Alerts 
Peak Alerts is the emergency notification system for Teller and El Paso Counties. Residents can receive emergency and non-emergency notifications by phone, text, email, the Everbridge app, and social media.
Sign up for Peak Alerts or view the Peak Alerts instructional video.
Peak Alerts Promotional Video
ReachWell App (Inclusive Communication Platform) 
The ReachWell app integrates with Peak Alerts to deliver emergency messages in more than 130 languages. No account or personal information is required to receive alerts.
- Download the ReachWell app or visit rwell.us/ElPasoCO
- Select your preferred language
- Add Peak Alerts
Public Safety Resources
Dangers Surrounding Electrical Lines
An educational demonstration on the dangers surrounding electrical lines is available: View demonstration (MP4) .
Homeland Security
Following the events of September 11, 2001, emergency management expanded to address a broader range of threats and hazards. Teller County participates in the South Central All Hazards Homeland Security Region.
Additional information is available in the South Central All Hazards Homeland Security Region (PDF) .