Decreasing stream flows and hot, dry, windy weather continue to define conditions in the Roaring Fork Watershed. Rivers are flowing 7-63% of normal for this time of year. The lower Fryingpan River is the only exception as releases from Ruedi Reservoir, which will increase by 25 cfs on Friday, are meeting needs for the endangered fish recovery efforts in the 15-Mile Reach of the Colorado River. According to the U.S. Drought Monitor, extreme drought (4 out of 5 levels of intensity) expanded throughout northwest Colorado and now includes all of the Roaring Fork Watershed. By Friday, the entire watershed will be under Stage 2 fire restrictions. Per the National Weather Service and the Upper Colorado River Interagency Fire Management Unit, “Fire danger across the region is currently rated EXTREME, with fuel moisture levels approaching or exceeding historic lows for this time of year.” Find details of local fire and water restrictions at www.roaringfork.org/drought.