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Forest Service plans to close San Juan National Forest to most entry

The San Juan National Forest plans to close the forest to most entry this week to protect natural resources and public safety because of the fire danger. The closure order is expe...

DATE: Jun 10, 2018 | CATEGORY: Local News

Weather makes fighting 416 Fire tough

High winds on ridges pushed blaze into drainages

DATE: Jun 10, 2018 | CATEGORY: Local News

416 Fire on June 10

Tough weather on Sunday made fighting the 416 Fire challenging. More than 800 people are working on it, including eight helicopters.

DATE: Jun 10, 2018 | CATEGORY: Gallery

Twitter’s alight with 416 Fire maps

Social media and technology make Twitter a place to find all kinds of maps about wildfires, including the 416 Fire north and west of Durango. Satellite weather models, GIFs, overl...

DATE: Jun 10, 2018 | CATEGORY: Local News

Burro Fire doubles in size to 1,000 acres

Fire poses challenge in steep terrain, older stands of timber

DATE: Jun 10, 2018 | CATEGORY: Local News

Crews look for a foothold to engage growing Burro Fire

Campers evacuated and hikers turned back as fire reaches 500 acres

DATE: Jun 10, 2018 | CATEGORY: Local News

What does a red flag warning mean?

Helpful tips to prevent wildfires from beginning during red-flag conditions

DATE: Jun 10, 2018 | CATEGORY: Local News

416 Fire on June 9

The 416 Fire doubled in size on Saturday, June 9.

DATE: Jun 10, 2018 | CATEGORY: Gallery

416 Fire nearly doubles in size; smoke advisory in effect

So far, more than 2,000 residences evacuated since fire started

DATE: Jun 10, 2018 | CATEGORY: Local News

416 Fire: Sunday reader photos

Readers share photos from the 416 Fire. If you have a photo, please email claws@bcimedia.com

DATE: Jun 10, 2018 | CATEGORY: Gallery

‘It’s going to get worse before it gets better’

Severe fire conditions expected to persist; 220 more homes evacuated Saturday

DATE: Jun 9, 2018 | CATEGORY: Local News

Crews look for a foothold to engage growing Burro Fire

Campers evacuated and hikers turned back as fire reaches 500 acres

DATE: Jun 9, 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.