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Hurricane-force wind downs power lines, fans wildfires in Colorado

Hurricane-force wind downs power lines, fans wildfires in Colorado

Power poles along U.S. Highway 93 near Golden, Colo., snapped in half during a strong wind storm on Wednesday, Dec.…

December 19, 2025

Fire and ice: Mitigation and burn piles help fortify against wildfires

Fire and ice: Mitigation and burn piles help fortify against wildfires

The urban-wildland interface is changing – so is the approach to wildfire preparedness

December 10, 2025

U.S. Sen. Bennet votes ‘no’ on Hickenlooper’s ‘Fix Our Forests Act’

U.S. Sen. Bennet votes ‘no’ on Hickenlooper’s ‘Fix Our Forests Act’

Environmental bill advances out of Senate committee

October 24, 2025

Western Slope farmers and ranchers still tallying the cost of summer wildfires

Western Slope farmers and ranchers still tallying the cost of summer wildfires

Some of Mesa County rancher Janie VanWinkle's U.S. Forest Service grazing lands are only easily accessible by ATV or on…

October 8, 2025

Monday update: Dolores County lifts last preevacuation order; crews finish fire lines

Monday update: Dolores County lifts last preevacuation order; crews finish fire lines

San Juan Team 8 moves command center into forest; fire activity slows to a creep

September 1, 2025

Blue Ridge Fire a symptom of larger problem

Blue Ridge Fire a symptom of larger problem

Unpermitted structures, illegal campfires and lax enforcement blamed for heightened wildfire risks in Forest Lakes subdivision

August 25, 2025

Rain slows Stoner Mesa Fire; community meeting set for Dolores

Rain slows Stoner Mesa Fire; community meeting set for Dolores

More rain expected through at least Monday

August 24, 2025

Monsoonal rain slows Stoner Mesa Fire; crews bolster containment lines

Monsoonal rain slows Stoner Mesa Fire; crews bolster containment lines

More rain is forecast; crews work to lower risk near Rico

August 23, 2025

Crews reinforce lines as hot, dry weather threatens to feed Stoner Mesa Fire

Crews reinforce lines as hot, dry weather threatens to feed Stoner Mesa Fire

‘Rolling debris may cause uphill runs, torching, and spotting’

August 17, 2025

Blue Ridge Fire 90% contained after rapid start, fast firefighter response

Blue Ridge Fire 90% contained after rapid start, fast firefighter response

Homes were put on evacuation, pre-evacuation notice in Forest Lakes subdivision Friday

August 16, 2025

Weather offers support as firefighters make headway on Stoner Mesa Fire near Dolores

Weather offers support as firefighters make headway on Stoner Mesa Fire near Dolores

Blaze footprint reaches 7,400 acres as fire enters third weekend

August 15, 2025

Polis declares statewide disaster emergency due to critical fire weather conditions, fires burning across Western Slope

Polis declares statewide disaster emergency due to critical fire weather conditions, fires burning across Western Slope

A column of smoke and flames inside the evacuation zone of the Lee Fire along Highway 13 between Meeker and…

August 15, 2025

Multiple wildfires burn across Southwest Colorado

Multiple wildfires burn across Southwest Colorado

Fires outside Rico and Pagosa Springs create smoky conditions and cause evacuations, power outages

August 12, 2025

Emergencies loom in Montezuma County. Here’s how to stay informed

Emergencies loom in Montezuma County. Here’s how to stay informed

The County Emergency Manager spoke with The Journal about being in the loop when danger strikes

As fire burns, Ute Mountain Ute tribe looks out for cultural heritage sites

As fire burns, Ute Mountain Ute tribe looks out for cultural heritage sites

One site may have been affected, says public safety director

Update: Stoner Mesa Fire continues to grow, cause of fire confirmed

Update: Stoner Mesa Fire continues to grow, cause of fire confirmed

Smoke is predicted to be the biggest impact to nearby communities

Fearless: The air tankers that help fight wildfires

Fearless: The air tankers that help fight wildfires

Specialized aircraft helped quell initial spread of recent blazes

Elkhorn Fire expected to persist for coming weeks

Elkhorn Fire expected to persist for coming weeks

Residents urged to be patient, trust fire crews to do their job

Rim Road Fire 35% contained, crews working to douse hot spots

Rim Road Fire 35% contained, crews working to douse hot spots

Firefighters have ‘boxed in’ the blaze, no structures lost

Elkhorn Fire expands to 314 acres

Elkhorn Fire expands to 314 acres

Aircraft to target spot fires in Bear Creek drainage

52 homes evacuated, more on alert from Elkhorn and Rim Road fires

52 homes evacuated, more on alert from Elkhorn and Rim Road fires

Evacuees directed to Escalante Middle School shelter

Three wildfires ignite across La Plata County, prompting evacuations

Three wildfires ignite across La Plata County, prompting evacuations

Elkhorn Fire north of Durango began as a house fire, spread to wildland

Pre-evacuation warning lifted for residents near Ute 63 Fire in southwest La Plata County

Pre-evacuation warning lifted for residents near Ute 63 Fire in southwest La Plata County

Blaze is 530 acres and 34% contained

Wildfire in southwest La Plata County prompts pre-evacuation notice

Wildfire in southwest La Plata County prompts pre-evacuation notice

Federal Type 2 team to take command of 542-acre blaze Friday morning