Progress made on 4 blazes burning in Southwest Colorado

Fire lines strengthened around East Canyon Fire

Short-haul operations a specialty of Mesa Verde Helitack

Technique rescues Black Canyon climber; available for fire personnel transport

East Canyon Fire more than 79% contained

Six Shooter Fire fully contained

Fire agencies increase response to small fire north of Pagosa

Agencies maintain progress on three other regional fires

Fire crews reach 75% containment on Six Shooter Fire south of Durango

East Canyon Fire grows to 2,900 acres, now 21% contained

Favorable conditions aid firefighters on East Canyon, Six Shooter fires

Evacuated residents return home near Montezuma-La Plata County line

East Canyon Fire at 2,764 acres after ‘generally quiet’ day

Firefighters concerned about blaze spreading south

Wolfwood Refuge starts evacuation process with wildfire nearby

55 animals needed to be prepped for relocation

Firefighters keep Six Shooter Fire near Bondad at bay

Fire crews reach 25% containment, spokeswoman says

Loading Pen Fire still active northeast of Dolores

Crews gain control lines in steep terrain

Bear injured in East Canyon Fire is rescued

Wildlife officials say young bear had severe burns on its paws

New fire breaks out near Bondad, south of Durango

Fire official says Six Shooter Fire has burned 75 acres and is growing