Disaster Assistance Center opening in Pueblo on Wednesday, more resources for the community

 

 

 

Posted 10:08 AM, Jul 01, 2026
and last updated 5:56 PM, Jul 01, 2026

PUEBLO, Colo. — As the Aspen Acres Fire continues to burn across Pueblo and Custer County, a new Disaster Assistance Center is being set up for all those impacted.

Opening at 1:00 p.m. On Wednesday, the Pueblo Academy of Arts (formerly Pitts Middle School), this will serve as a one-stop resource center to assist the survivors and start recovery processes.

The following will be on scene:

  • United Way of Southern Colorado
  • Food Assistance
  • Pueblo Department of Public Health and Environment
  • Behavioral Health Resources
  • Department of Human Services
  • Red Cross
  • Agricultural Support
  • Private Insurance Inquiries

The Disaster Assistance Center will have the following hours:
 

  • Wednesday, July 1 from 1 to 5 p.m.
  • Thursday, July 2 from 1 to 5 p.m.
  • Friday, July 3 from 3 to 7 p.m.
  • Saturday, July 4, from 8 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
  • Sunday, July 5 – CLOSED
  • Monday, July 6 – from 1 to 5 p.m.












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To receive assistance, you must have proof of ID and be a resident affected by the fire. Or a piece of mail with a specific address.

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