Firefighters keep battling East Canyon Fire; about 21 percent contained
MONTEZUMA COUNTY, Colo. (KRDO) — Firefighters from multiple counties are still battling a 2,900-acre wildfire burning near Durango. Operations…
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CSFD continues to battle East Canyon fire; flames still only 17% contained
MONTEZUMA COUNTY, Colo. (KRDO) — The Colorado Springs Fire Department sent crews to help battle a fire that’s already burned nearly 2,800 acres west…
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Colorado Springs fire crews head to East Canyon Fire in southwest Colorado
MONTEZUMA COUNTY, Colo. (KRDO) — Firefighters from Colorado Springs are headed to southwestern Colorado to fight a growing wildfire west of Durango.…
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Bear burned in Colorado wildfire expected to make a full recovery
MONTEZUMA COUNTY, Colo. (KRDO) — A young bear is expected to get back on its feet after wildlife officers rescued it Tuesday from the East Canyon…
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Fires in southern Colorado, New Mexico creating haze in the Front Range
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) — People all along the Front Range are noticing smoke in the air Wednesday. The smoke is being blown over from the…
Continue Reading Southwestern Colorado wildfire grows to 4.2 square miles
DURANGO, Colo. (AP) — A lightning-caused wildfire in southwestern Colorado that has led to the evacuation of more than two dozen homes has grown to…
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More than 2 dozen homes ordered to evacuate in SW Colorado fire
DENVER (AP) – A lightning-caused wildfire in southwestern Colorado has led to the evacuation of more than two dozen homes and the closure of a…
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Fire restrictions cancel fireworks in Pueblo during 4th of July
PUEBLO, Colo (KRDO) — The City of Pueblo is enacting a Stage 1 fire restriction to prevent wildfires. Pueblo Fire Chief Barb Huber says the region…
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Huerfano County fire 60% contained, crews downsize
HUERFANO COUNTY, Colo. (KRDO) — After a weekend of dry conditions, high temperatures, and heavy winds, crews increased containment of the Wilson…
Continue Reading EPC Sheriff’s Office gives Fourth of July fireworks restriction reminder
EL PASO COUNTY, Colo. (KRDO) — With Independence Day fast approaching amid an already active wildfire season, the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office is…
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Wildfire burns in Huerfano County southeast of Colorado City
HUERFANO COUNTY, Colo. (KRDO) — Crews continue to work on a wildfire that ignited Friday evening in Huerfano County after a lightning strike. As of…
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Cherry Canyon Fire grows to 11,818 acres, 50% contained
LAS ANIMAS COUNTY, Colo. (KRDO) — The Cherry Creek Fire that has been burning since Wednesday is now 11,818 acres large and 50% contained, according…
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Colorado Springs firefighters get hands-on training for upcoming wildland fire season
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) — The Colorado Springs Fire Department held a hands-on training day Friday for its wildland fire personnel.…
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Person dies after driving off a cliff north of Canon City
FREMONT COUNTY, Colo. (KRDO) — Colorado State Patrol tells us a crash Saturday afternoon that sparked a small wildfire is fatal. The crash closed…
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Small grass fire breaks out along Northgate neighborhood
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) — The Colorado Springs Fire Department was called to a grass fire Wednesday afternoon on the north side of town. Fire…
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Firefighters in El Paso County expect 25% less moisture this fire season
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) — Firefighters in El Paso County are expecting drier drought conditions as wildfire season approaches. Lieutenant…
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Grass fire closes Highway 50 overnight east of Las Animas
BENT COUNTY, Colo. (KRDO) — A grass fire erupted just east of Las Animas early Saturday. The Colorado State Patrol took this picture after fierce…
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Southern Colorado wildfires raise questions about coronavirus protection for fire crews, evacuees
With the nature of wildfires often requiring fire crews to work closely together, preventing the spread of the coronavirus among firefighters may…
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Parks and Wildlife: Firefighters make great progress at fire near John Martin Reservoir State Park
BENT COUNTY, Colo. (KRDO) — A wildfire that started Thursday evening and prompted evacuations at nearby state park is now under control, according…
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Manitou Springs Fire Department prepares for wildfire season during coronavirus
MANITOU SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) — Firefighters in Manitou Springs are preparing for potential wildfires as they also gather resources to help fight…
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