Wildfire - The Durango Herald

Smoke-filled skies give way to bluebird days, but 416 Fire still breathes

No structures lost, no injuries reported; blaze remains at 34,161 acres, 35 percent contained

DATE: Jun 20, 2018 | CATEGORY: Local News

McPhee Reservoir reopens after forest closure lifted

Some trails near Burro Fire will stay closed

DATE: Jun 20, 2018 | CATEGORY: Local News

Rico July Fourth celebration adjusts for fire danger

A light parade will replace fireworks because of fire danger

DATE: Jun 19, 2018 | CATEGORY: Local News

Smoke-filled mornings may return to Durango

Rains give residents a break from hazardous air quality

DATE: Jun 19, 2018 | CATEGORY: Local News

Burro Fire command begins to transition to Type 3 team

Most support personnel in Dolores plan to leave by Thursday

DATE: Jun 19, 2018 | CATEGORY: Local News

Evacuation orders lifted for all remaining residents

Residents in Falls Creek Ranch and High Meadows subdivisions can return home

DATE: Jun 19, 2018 | CATEGORY: Local News

Firefighters gain ground on 416 Fire

New management team to take command Thursday

DATE: Jun 19, 2018 | CATEGORY: Local News

Silverton shop owners feel economic squeeze from 416 Fire

Retail-dependent economy already struggling after weak winter

DATE: Jun 19, 2018 | CATEGORY: Local News

Silverton shop owners feel economic squeeze from 416 Fire

Retail-dependent economy already struggling after weak winter

DATE: Jun 19, 2018 | CATEGORY: Pine River Times news

Ash runoff from 416 Fire turns Animas River black

Biologists paying close attention to potential fish kill

DATE: Jun 18, 2018 | CATEGORY: Local News

Burro Fire teams plan to secure fire lines, mop up after rain

Hot weather, fire risk expected throughout week

DATE: Jun 18, 2018 | CATEGORY: Local News

Fort Lewis College closes open space, trails

Fort Lewis College has joined a growing number of agencies to close public lands and impose fire restrictions. The college has closed trails and open space on campus, including th...

DATE: Jun 18, 2018 | CATEGORY: Local News

Photos: Thousands take to the streets for ‘No Kings’ march and rally in Durango

Photos: Navajo Trail OpenFriday was the first day of the Navajo Trail Open at Hillcrest Golf Club

Friday was the first day of the Navajo Trail Open at Hillcrest Golf Club

Photos: Durango Fire Protection District opens Station 2

Photos: Hundreds gather to honor fallen Bloomfield Police officer Timothy OntiverosA solemn procession stretched for blocks Monday morning along West Apache Street in Farmington – a display of unity, grief and honor for Bloomfield Police Officer Timothy Ontiveros, 32.About 7 a.m., a large contingent of law enforcement, motorcyclists, friends and grieving family prepared to embark on the motorcade to the 9 a.m. service at the Bloomfield High School football stadium to celebrate the life of the officer.

A solemn procession stretched for blocks Monday morning along West Apache Street in Farmington – a d...

Photos: IHBC Subaru Mountain Bike RaceCobe Freeburn, Sofia Waite were victorious on Sunday

Cobe Freeburn, Sofia Waite were victorious on Sunday

Sidney Andrew easily won Iron Horse Bicycle Classic women’s pro road race

Photos: IHBC men’s pro road raceCobe Freeburn won Iron Horse Bicycle Classic men’s pro road race on Saturday

Cobe Freeburn won Iron Horse Bicycle Classic men’s pro road race on Saturday

Photos: IHBC citizens rideIron Horse Bicycle Classic citizens ride takes off to Silverton

Iron Horse Bicycle Classic citizens ride takes off to Silverton

Photos: DHS graduationDurango High School graduated 366 seniors on Friday evening

Durango High School graduated 366 seniors on Friday evening