Wildfire - The Durango Herald

Red flag warning issued; Black Ridge Fire slows

Blaze 80% contained Friday, but red flag warning Saturday

DATE: Jul 15, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News

Two more fires start in Southwest Colorado

Two new fires were reported Thursday in the region, one near Durango and another on Ute Mountain Ute Land. They came on the heels of three fires that ignited Wednesday and add to ...

DATE: Jul 14, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News

UPDATE: Crews work to keep fire from canyon, wooded area

Fire burns 78 acres, perimeter mostly surrounded by fire retardant

DATE: Jul 13, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News

Area firefighters help with blazes around the state, nation

Seasonal crews fill several gaps

DATE: Jul 13, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News

UPDATES: Black Ridge Fire on Wednesday

Residents safe to remain in homes tonight

DATE: Jul 13, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News

Bennet introduces wildfire-prevention bill

Act would open more grants for mitigation efforts

DATE: Jul 13, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News

Sangre de Cristo wildfire estimated at 15,000 acres

Fire west of Boulder, another near Wyoming also causing headaches

DATE: Jul 12, 2016 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Fire risk high for Southwest Colorado by Sunday

The fire risk for Southwest Colorado will increase beginning Sunday as a storm bringing stronger winds is expected to move into the sun-baked region. “The chances are very good we...

DATE: Jul 8, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News

Power line fire doused along on La Posta Road

Firefighters responded Thursday afternoon to the 3000 block of La Posta Road (County Road 213) where a fire was smoldering near a house and shed. The fire, reported about 4:45 p.m...

DATE: Jun 30, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News

Forest Service, S.W. Colorado counties order fire restrictions

Dry vegetation at lower elevations raises risks

DATE: Jun 30, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News

Pancakes, parades and fireworks for July Fourth in Southwest Colorado

Region offers abundance of ways to celebrate

DATE: Jun 29, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News

Officials: California wildfire destroys 200 homes, buildings

2 dead, but death toll may rise

DATE: Jun 26, 2016 | CATEGORY: Nation & World

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.