Tag: Rock Creek Fire
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Colorado wildfire roundup: New ignitions slow as Western fires set to grow
No new major fire ignitions sparked across Colorado on Friday as thousands of firefighters continued to build fire lines on existing fires ahead of forecasted worsening conditions. Evacuations expanded for the 62,930-acre Ferris fire in Dolores County toward the Utah state line as a large ready status order stretched into San Miguel County, officials first…
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Rock Creek fire burning on Cheyenne Mountain 80% contained
Favorable weather Friday helped hold fire lines for the Rock Creek fire burning on Cheyenne Mountain, bringing containment to 80%, according to the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies also announced that on-the-ground crews are ensuring all hot spots are eliminated while they hold the fire lines. Crews made “significant progress” in their firefighting efforts…
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Rock Creek fire 50% contained on Cheyenne Mountain as dry conditions improve
Favorable conditions aided firefighters in reaching 50% containment of the Rock Creek fire on Thursday after it began burning on Cheyenne Mountain Tuesday evening. Crews made “significant progress” in their efforts due to cooler temperatures and rainfall, according to a social media post by the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office. Drones will be used in…
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Residents ‘on edge’ after small wildfire near Cheyenne Mountain State Park
A small wildfire that prompted a pre-evacuation notice in and around Cheyenne Mountain State Park overnight Wednesday was a reality check for nearby residents. Nestled along the base of Cheyenne Mountain, a community near the southwest edge of the park with more than 100 houses and mobile homes got a notice from El Paso County…