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Flash flood fears for Hwy 24 Play Video
July 5, 2012 8:21 PM
In the aftermath of the Waldo Canyon fire officials are gearing up to prepare for potential flooding beneath burn zones, especially along Highway 24. Even years after the 2002 Hayman fire, charred lands still couldn't absorb rain; the result was a flash flood that wiped out miles of Highway... more » -
Fire bans continue despite wet weather
July 10, 2011 4:20 PM
Despite the recent rain and humidity, the fire danger remains high in Southern Colorado. Fire bans are still in place in both Colorado Springs and unincorporated El Paso County. Captain Jesse Ortiz with the Colorado Springs Fire Department says all of the the moisture is helping, but one or... more » -
Bighorn sheep return to South Platte River Canyon
March 24, 2010 11:53 AM
Rocky Mountain bighorn sheep have returned to the South Platte River Canyon after 50 years of absence. The Colorado Division of Wildlife says 12 bighorn sheep have been released in the area where the Hayman Fire burned across about 215 square miles eight years ago. Bighorns moved out 50... more »
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