Emergency planning - The Journal

In life-or-death situations, first responders can find themselves in the ‘dead zone’

Radio, cellphone reception near impossible in parts of Southwest Colorado

DATE: Feb 5, 2020 | CATEGORY: Local News

Temporary radar system installed to help predict 416 Fire flooding

Station allows emergency responders to act more quickly

DATE: Jun 3, 2019 | CATEGORY: Local News

Debris flow covers road in 10 feet of muck

Old rockslide north of Durango buries East Animas Road

DATE: Mar 29, 2019 | CATEGORY: Local News

Rapid snow melt could intensify 416 Fire runoff

High temperatures, chance of rain raise flooding risk

DATE: Mar 27, 2019 | CATEGORY: Local News

Avalanches in Durango? It can (and has) happened

With depth and weight of snow, slides are possible in city limits

DATE: Feb 22, 2019 | CATEGORY: Local News

Groups plan how to help those with special needs during emergencies

Response plans must consider foreign speakers, people with disabilities

DATE: Dec 10, 2018 | CATEGORY: Local News

Agencies to close 25 abandoned mines on Alpine Loop

Project aims to keep people out, avoid injuries

DATE: Sep 29, 2018 | CATEGORY: Local News

K9 Search and Rescue hosts workshop for dogs, handlers

Search teams from nine states visit Dolores for dog training sessions

DATE: Jul 24, 2018 | CATEGORY: Local News

Flood risk around Durango could extend through next week

Homes near the southern edge of the 416 Fire burn scar at risk

DATE: Jul 9, 2018 | CATEGORY: Local News

City Market flash mob focuses on emergency heart treatment

Southwest Health System crew hopes to raise awareness

DATE: May 25, 2018 | CATEGORY: Local News

Congress considers land for West Fork fire station

Federal land conveyance needed for new station at Fish Creek

DATE: Dec 12, 2017 | CATEGORY: Local News

Dolores Fire gets good rating for insurance

Survey shows high marks for equipment, training

DATE: Oct 31, 2017 | CATEGORY: Local News