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Lee Fire impacts Buckle Ranch in Meeker, Colorado

1 report, 1 independent Updated Oct 6
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What happened

Some supportReported by 1 outlet

The Carters, who own Buckle Ranch, experienced the Lee Fire in 2025 after smoke was spotted near their property. The fire moved quickly through the area, requiring cowboys to move cows out of the affected region. Eleanor Carter, a lifelong resident of Meeker, described the event as a blur.

From tsln.com

Why it matters

Some supportBrind's analysis of the reports

The fire resulted in direct physical damage to Buckle Ranch pastures and infrastructure. This damage affects the core operations of the ranching business in the area.

From tsln.com

Who's involved

  • Eleanor CarterLifelong resident of Meeker, Colorado, and owner of Buckle Ranch
  • MeekerTown where Eleanor Carter has lived her entire life

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • Eleanor CarterSpeculative

    The ranch could face increased costs for repairs and reduced revenue due to damage to pastures and infrastructure.

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The entities involved

  • Meeker

    town in and county seat of Rio Blanco County, Colorado, United States

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Coverage

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