Fire

Rio Blanco Fire south of Pagosa Springs reaches 1,246 acres

Blaze prompts evacuations, road closures

DATE: Aug 4, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News

Lewis-Arriola firefighters suppress several wildfires over the weekend

Two blazes started by lightning; a third believed to be sparked by fireworks

DATE: Jul 20, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News

Polis offers tax extension to individuals and businesses impacted by Ferris Fire

As evacuees return home, Colorado provides penalty waiver for late state filings

DATE: Jul 18, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News

Southwest Colorado ranchers face ‘triple whammy’ amid fires, drought and high costs

Some Montezuma County officials worry ranchers will start to leave the region

DATE: Jul 15, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News

Air quality advisory issued as wildfire smoke blankets Southwest Colorado

Young, elderly and those with heart disease and respiratory illnesses should consider staying indoors

DATE: Jul 6, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News

Operations team grows for Ferris Fire as it spreads

Because of the fire’s size/logistics, a complex incident management team has been ordered

DATE: Jul 4, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News

Fireworks lit up the Cortez sky after mayor urged civility in Fourth of July fireworks debate

‘We’re going to do everything in our power to make sure that it is a safe and fun Fourth of July,’ mayor said

DATE: Jul 4, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News

Update: Ferris Fire northwest of Dolores reaches 10% containment Thursday

‘Super Scooper’ aircraft to join operations Friday

DATE: Jul 2, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News

Wildfire crews prioritize structure protection on Ferris Fire as weather improves

Blaze had grown to 25,814 acres as of Wednesday night, with zero containment

DATE: Jul 1, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News

Despite regional fires, Cortez still plans to host July 4 fireworks show

While multiple blazes burn in the Four Corners, Cortez officials say the show will go on, weather permitting

DATE: Jul 1, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News

Fourth of July celebrations to fill Four Corners with parades, music and fireworks

Communities to mark America’s 250th with festivals, family activities

DATE: Jul 1, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News

Crews work to protect property from Ferris Fire as high winds threaten air operations

Facing days of red flag warnings, firefighters across the nation work to contain the blaze

DATE: Jun 30, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News

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