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• Lower North Fork fire report released Monday

  April 16, 2012 1:00 PM

  Gov. John Hickenlooper will join William Bass, the leader of a team of specialists who reviewed the prescribed fire that preceded the Lower North Fork fire, and Colorado State University President Tony Frank Monday at 2:30 p.m. to discuss a report by the review team and its recommendations. The... more »

• Authorities defend procedures in fatal wildfire

  April 10, 2012 3:23 PM

  DENVER (AP) - Authorities are defending their attempts to warn residents about a Colorado wildfire blamed for killing three people. About an hour before the first wave of automated evacuated warning calls on March 26, a volunteer firefighter went house-to-house telling residents to leave. He wasn't able to reach one... more »

• Southern Colo. Duckett fire still has potential to grow

  June 15, 2011 1:32 PM

  WESTCLIFFE, Colo. (AP) - Authorities say a wildfire burning in the southern Colorado mountains still has the potential to grow. The fire near Westcliffe was listed at 2,300 acres Wednesday, a day after low humidity helped the fire make a significant run to the south. Crews were able to... more »

• UPDATE: Fountain fire out

  May 14, 2011 12:44 PM

  Crews fighting the grass fire in a field between Woody Creek Drive and S. Powers Blvd have reported the fire extinguished. Crews still on scene are watching for hot spots and performing mop up functions. No homes were reported damaged by the fire due to the quick response of fire... more »

• Fire sparked by lawn mower has crews working in Black Forest, Falcon area

  May 8, 2011 1:24 PM

  Fire crews are working rapidly to contain a grass fire that was sparked by a lawn mower in the Black Forest and Falcon area. The fire began in a pasture area near 12030 Oregon Wagon Trail Rd. The initial call came in shortly before 11:00 A.M. and went from 1/2... more »

• Blanket of snow falls over Colo. wildfire

  May 1, 2011 2:11 PM

  WETMORE, Colo. (AP) - About 4 inches of snow fell over a wildfire that had prompted the evacuation of about 40 homes and cabins near Wetmore. Fire information officer Ralph Bellah says the snow is helping firefighters battle the blaze that burned about 550 acres of ponderosa pine, fir... more »

• Mulching project continues on burn area

  April 16, 2011 12:40 PM

  BOULDER, Colo. (AP) - An extra half ton of straw has been ordered to cover mountainsides burned in a wildfire that destroyed 169 homes and scorched about 9 square miles west of Boulder. Helicopters have already dropped roughly a ton of straw mulch, which will help reduce the risk... more »

• Crews to begin leaving N. Colo. wildfire

  April 10, 2011 3:37 PM

  FORT COLLINS, Colo. (AP) - A wildfire west of Fort Collins is now 90 percent contained. Fire managers say there some of the 376 firefighters at the scene Sunday could start heading home later in the day. Fire managers did not immediately have an estimate of when the... more »

• Bent County Wildfire re-surges after 85% containment

  April 10, 2011 3:28 PM

  A fire that flared up Saturday that forced the evacuation of several homes in Bent County was reported at 85% contained by 5:30 p.m. last night. Today, Bent County EMS reports that the fire has re-flared and grown to over 7,000 acres. Strong winds have pushed the fire from the... more »

• Evacuation orders lifted in Evergreen

  April 9, 2011 12:16 PM

  EVERGREEN, Colo. (AP) - Evacuation orders have been lifted after a central Colorado wildfire forced families from their Evergreen homes. Jefferson County Sheriff's spokesman Mark Techmeyer says a temperature drop and less wind last night helped crews fighting the 40-acre fire near Squaw Pass Road. Firefighters also were called to... more »

• More than 100 homes evacuated in Colorado wildfire

  April 3, 2011 10:51 AM

  FORT COLLINS, Colo. (AP) - Authorities say strong winds have fueled a wildfire west of Fort Collins and forced the evacuation of more than 100 homes. The blaze has already destroyed an outbuilding, a motorcycle and an all-terrain vehicle, but no injuries have been reported. Larimer County Sheriff's... more »

• Wildfire west of Fort Collins prompts evacuations

  April 3, 2011 10:42 AM

  FORT COLLINS, Colo. (AP) - Authorities say strong winds have fueled a wildfire west of Fort Collins and forced about 40 residents to evacuate their homes. The blaze has already destroyed an outbuilding, a motorcycle and an all-terrain vehicle, but no injuries have been reported. Larimer County emergency... more »

• Boulder wildfire

  March 11, 2011 3:36 PM

  BOULDER, Colo. (AP) - About 200 homes are being evacuated in Boulder County because of a wildfire. The fire has spread to about 20 acres in windy conditions. The fire is in the Lefthand Canyon area, in the foothills outside of the city of Boulder. Firefighters have also been... more »

• Colorado wildfire now 40% contained

  October 6, 2010 8:22 AM

  Firefighters continue to build containment lines around a 530-acre wildfire burning in the mountains near Fraser. The fire, less than a square mile, is burning on public land and is about two miles away from homes. Because of that, and the risk posed by falling trees, firefighters are focusing... more »

• Wildfire in Grand County continues to grow

  October 4, 2010 10:41 AM

  A wildfire is burning in the central Colorado mountains, west of Fraser, has grown to 530 acres. The fire was reported Sunday afternoon and residents have been warned to get ready in case evacuations are needed. Right now the fire isn't threatening those homes. Rocky Mountain Area Coordination... more »

• Builders tread lightly with Colorado fire victims

  October 4, 2010 8:18 AM

  Last month's destructive wildfire in Boulder County left hundreds in need of new homes - and people in the construction industry looking to pick up work without seeming insensitive. Northern Colorado contractors say they're in desperate need of rebuilding work from the Fourmile Fire that burned 169 homes. But... more »

• New Colorado Wildfire

  September 23, 2010 6:58 PM

  KERSEY, Colo. (AP) - Weld County officials say a small grass wildfire is burning near Kersey and it's threatening at least one home. Weld County officials say the wildfire has burned about 100 acres, or less than a quarter of a square mile. Kersey is about 55 miles... more »

• Insurer sent private firefighters to Boulder blaze

  September 21, 2010 4:26 PM

  Some homes threatened by a Colorado wildfire were protected by a private team of firefighters hired by an insurance company. The Boulder Daily Camera reported Tuesday that the crew hired by Chubb Corp. was operating under an agreement the insurance company has with Boulder County. The agreement limits... more »

• Some Loveland fire evacuees allowed to check homes

  September 14, 2010 4:22 PM

  Authorities battling a wildfire in the northern Colorado foothills are letting some residents back into the evacuation area to check on their homes. Fire managers said Tuesday they hope the residents leave again by evening. But authorities have said they realize some people will stay, even though the fire... more »

• Firefighters deal with 2nd northern Colorado wildfire

  September 13, 2010 8:45 AM

  A fast-moving wildfire erupted Sunday in west of Loveland, destroying at least one home and threatening others. Four helicopters and four air tankers are helping about 80 firefighters trying to contain the new fire. It has burned about 600 acres, or just under a square mile. The new wildfire... more »

• Boulder residents warned of wildfire threat

  September 10, 2010 8:25 AM

  Fire officials say Boulder isn't in imminent danger of a wildfire that has destroyed nearly 170 homes in the Rocky Mountain foothills. However, residents on the west side of Boulder were warned to be prepared to evacuate if the wildfire moves into town. The fire showed no signs of... more »

• Residents kicked out; more resources sent to Boulder County wildfire

  September 9, 2010 5:12 PM

  Boulder County residents allowed to return to their homes for the first time since a wildfire exploded Monday are against being hustled out of the area, as winds are kicking-up earlier than expected. The forecast is for wind gusts 45 - 60 mph--exactly what fire bosses don't need. The... more »

• Online resources: Boulder County Fire

  September 9, 2010 9:33 AM

  Maps of the Fourmile Canyon Wildfire area, lists of homes burned, resources for how you can help--they're all online. Here's a rundown of sites for quick reference: Boulder County Office of Emergency Services Federal government Incident Web Site Google Fire Map more »

• Firefighters counting burned homes in Boulder County

  September 7, 2010 8:43 AM

  At sunrise, firefighters began the grim task of counting the number of homes lost in a wind-whipped wildfire Monday. They plan a news conference around 9 am when they'll reveal the extent of damage from an inferno that sent them scrambling for safety several times Monday afternoon and evening. At... more »

• Colorado wildfire now 70 percent contained

  May 28, 2010 10:13 AM

  A wildfire burning in a canyon in southwestern Colorado is 70 percent contained despite increased fire danger due to warmer, windier weather. The fire has burned nearly 4 square miles, or about 2,600 acres, in San Miguel Canyon near Norwood. The fire is burning mainly on federal land in... more »

• Crews gain upper hand on Colorado wildfire

  May 27, 2010 8:46 AM

  Crews continue to make progress on a wildfire in southwestern Colorado despite drier, warmer weather and higher winds. The fire burning on nearly 4 square miles, or about 2,600 acres, was 60 percent contained Wednesday evening. Earlier estimates said the fire was larger, but officials revised that based on... more »

• 5 miles of wilderness charred, fire line grows

  May 26, 2010 8:34 AM

  A wildfire burning in southwest Colorado's San Miguel Canyon is about 25 percent contained. Fire information officer Chris Barth said helicopters hit hot spots while crews worked on the perimeter. He says crews have taken advantage of limited fire activity. The fire was burning on an estimated nearly... more »

• Wind spreads Colorado canyon blaze

  May 24, 2010 8:17 AM

  Firefighters say an intense canyon fire ripping through San Miguel County is spreading and getting more intense with the help of high winds blowing at up to 60 mph. The blaze is burning mostly on federal land, and has grown beyond 3,000 acres. About 150 firefighters were working the... more »

• Crews remain on wildfire west of Denver

  May 5, 2010 11:51 AM

  Fire crews remain on a blaze that forced the evacuation of hundreds of homes in the foothills west of Denver. About 60 firefighters had contained at least 50 percent of the fire by Tuesday night. High winds quickly spread flames that covered 10 to 12 acres and crept to... more »

• Wildfire near Estes Park 40 percent contained

  September 9, 2009 4:35 PM

  Fire managers say a 25-acre blaze north of Estes Park is 40 percent contained. The fire is burning in heavy timber and steep terrain about 10 miles north of Estes Park. Authorities said Wednesday that 75 firefighters were on the ground and two helicopters were making water drops. The cause... more »

• Firefighters continue work on blaze north of Nucla

  September 1, 2009 1:56 PM

  Firefighters in southwest Colorado are still battling a lightning-sparked blaze that's threatening three cabins and an outbuilding. Fire officials say the nearly 2-square-mile wildfire had only moderate burning Monday with weaker than expected winds. The fire is on national forest land about 10 miles north of Nucla, 340 miles southwest... more »

• 3 cabins threatened by western Colorado wildfire

  August 31, 2009 3:15 PM

  Crews fighting a 1½-square-mile wildfire in western Colorado are also putting out 17 smaller fires sparked by lightning. Fire information officer Lee Ann Loupe says a Sunday night storm sparked the new fires while crews were keeping the large fire away from three cabins and an outbuilding about 10 miles... more »