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Wildfire season is winding down across much of the Mountain West as cold weather moves in. But it’s the perfect time to set controlled, or prescribed, fires to burn unwanted dead trees and underbrush that fuel larger wildfires.
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Sitting in front of a large computer monitor in the back of a Pilatus PC-12 airplane parked at the Centennial Airport, firefighter Adam Hanson says his work feels more important this year than it ever has before.
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It’s been almost exactly a year since the Cameron Peak Fire tore through the foothills outside of Fort Collins on its way to becoming the largest fire in state history. Now, restoration efforts are underway.
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Deep in the Cameron Peak burn scar, nestled among charred hills, there’s an oasis of green — an idyllic patch of trickling streams that wind through a lush grass field. Apart from a few scorched branches on the periphery, it’s hard to tell that this particular spot was in the middle of Colorado's largest-ever wildfire just a year ago. This wetland was spared thanks to the work of beavers.
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The fire, burning 20 miles south of Rangely, is currently the state's largest at about 12,600 acres.This story was produced by Lucas Turner of the Rio…
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6/17/21, 9:24 PM: According to La Plata County Government, the Vosburg Pike Fire is now 100% contained. Smoke from the fire may continue to be visible for…
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8:00 PM Evening Update from La Plata County spokesperson Sarah Jacobson: The Vosburg Pike Fire is now approximately 70 acres and 75% contained due to hard…
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We compiled a list of links to local, regional, and national fire agencies. You can track active wildfires, smoke effects, and see fire forecasts. Also…
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Restrictions for the San Juan go into effect at 12:01 a.m. on Wednesday, June 16 and at 6:00 a.m. the same day for the tribe.According to a news release…
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As the Western U.S. steels itself for another summer of dry, fire-prone conditions, some are turning their attention to recovering from last season’s blazes.