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Colorado Springs wildfires forces mandatory evacuations, airport was placed under a shelter-in-place order
Wildfires across Colorado Springs forced areas across the city to be placed under a mandatory evacuation on Thursday.
colorado springs fire - Fox News6:56pm PDT - May 12th, 2022

US wildfires - live: Evacuations ordered in Colorado Springs as homes destroyed in California
Wildfires are raging across the western US as this year’s fire season gets off to an early start
colorado springs fire - Independent1:03pm PDT - May 12th, 2022

A volatile combination of windy and dry conditions could spread wildfires today in the Southwest
An extremely critical, highest-level fire risk has been issued Monday near the Calf Canyon/Hermits Peak Fire, as powerful winds, combined with exceptional drought conditions, threaten to fuel the largest wildfire now burning in the United States.
colorado springs fire - CNN9:57am PDT - May 9th, 2022

Texas toast: Heat crushed records Saturday and will swell northward
Much of the central U.S. faces an extended early May heat wave in the coming week.
colorado springs fire - The Washington Post8:54am PDT - May 8th, 2022

Extremely critical fire conditions return to the Southwest and tornadoes threaten the Central Plains
A strong storm system moving Friday through the Rockies and Plains will whip up winds, raising worries of more fires in the Southwest and tornadoes on the Great Plains.
colorado springs fire - CNN4:33am PDT - April 29th, 2022

Dangerous fire weather conditions again targeting Southwest and Plains
The elevated fire risk comes after a swarm of blazes last week; New Mexico has seen more acres burn this year than all of last year.
colorado springs fire - The Washington Post10:34am PDT - April 28th, 2022

Deadly US wildfires fueled by windy weather continue to threaten communities
Crews continued fighting multiple wildfires across the country on Tuesday as whipping winds and tinder-dry conditions fueled the flames.
colorado springs fire - Fox News1:07pm PDT - April 26th, 2022

Wildfires fueled by windy conditions force more evacuations, hamper progress
Wildfires threatening communities across the country have already scorched thousands of acres this week and authorities in southwestern Nebraska said Saturday that crews were making progress fighting blazes that forced evacuations.
colorado springs fire - Fox News11:29am PDT - April 23rd, 2022

Crews tackle growing wildfires; 'A very chaotic situation'
Destructive U.S. Southwest fires have burned dozens of homes in northern Arizona and put numerous small villages in New Mexico in the path of danger, as wind-fueled flames chewed up wide swaths of tinder-dry forest and grassland and plumes of smoke filled the…
colorado springs fire - Independent10:33pm PDT - April 22nd, 2022

Crews tackle growing wildfires; 'A very chaotic situation'
Destructive U.S. Southwest fires have burned dozens of homes in northern Arizona and put numerous small villages in New Mexico in the path of danger, as wind-fueled flames chewed up wide swaths of tinder-dry forest and grassland and plumes of…
colorado springs fire - Associated Press10:33pm PDT - April 22nd, 2022

'A very chaotic situation': Wind-fueled wildfires rage in Southwestern U.S.
Destructive Southwest fires have burned dozens of homes in northern Arizona and put numerous small villages in New Mexico in the path of danger, as wind-fueled
colorado springs fire - NBC News9:56pm PDT - April 22nd, 2022

Over 4 million in the Southwest face an 'extremely critical' fire danger Friday as strong winds hit region
Hot, dry and windy conditions mean some drought-stricken areas of the Southwest face an "extremely critical" threat of fire Friday, from central and eastern New Mexico to eastern Colorado, including Denver.
colorado springs fire - CNN6:39am PDT - April 22nd, 2022

Extreme fire danger could lead to a fire outbreak Friday in the US Southwest and the High Plains
Fierce winds across drought-stricken areas will bring the highest fire danger Friday to the Southwest and High Plains, while the same system triggers severe storms with possible isolated tornadoes in the central and southern Plains and a snowstorm across the …
colorado springs fire - CNN10:17am PDT - April 21st, 2022

‘Extreme’ fire conditions threaten Colorado, New Mexico into Friday
Strong winds and dry conditions could lead to an outbreak of wildfires.
colorado springs fire - The Washington Post8:41am PDT - April 21st, 2022

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colorado springs fire - USA Today8:17am PDT - April 18th, 2022

Western half of U.S. to see heightened fire risk this spring from drought
The Great Plains could see significant wildfires this week, while California braces for another intense season this spring.
colorado springs fire - The Washington Post12:33pm PDT - April 12th, 2022

The Catch-22 of the US military’s climate plans
The Army has released its strategy to cut carbon; Navy and Air Force are in the works. But with most operations exempt from federal emissions targets and alternative fuels not yet viable, can the US military really tackle its self-described ‘urgent threat’, w…
colorado springs fire - Independent12:23pm PDT - April 12th, 2022
Congratulations to the five Colorado Springs Fire Department firefighters who were promoted yesterday! https://t.co/3sQmZiEwWa

8:25am PDT - July 13th, 2023
A 25-year-old Colorado Springs woman is struggling with what comes next after a fire burned through her apartment Saturday evening. https://t.co/IDYmUBpLt5

6:00pm PDT - July 10th, 2023
“She’s lost and mama is worried,” Colorado Springs mother forced to start from scratch after fire displaces her family https://t.co/OYUKD135mL

9:48pm PDT - July 9th, 2023
A fire in southeast Colorado Springs displaced two people Saturday evening, according to the Colorado Springs Fire Department. https://t.co/1Avpk7zsda

11:55pm PDT - July 8th, 2023
RT @KRDONC13: Two families are now without a place to live after an apartment fire on the southeast side of Colorado Springs. https://t.co/…

9:12pm PDT - July 8th, 2023
Two families are now without a place to live after an apartment fire on the southeast side of Colorado Springs. https://t.co/4rKl1d5LmW

9:00pm PDT - July 8th, 2023
Two families displaced after fire near southeast Colorado Springs https://t.co/85B89f6ZAO

6:56pm PDT - July 8th, 2023
RT @LukeVictorWx: 3:48 PM Starting to fire things locally. This storm near USAFA is moving SE and will affect a good portion of Colorado…

3:03pm PDT - July 8th, 2023

3:48 PM Starting to fire things locally. This storm near USAFA is moving SE and will affect a good portion of Colorado Springs in the next 30-40 minutes. Heavy rain, lightning will be threats. Along with hail, while small right now, could grow if the storm strengthens. #cowx https://t.co/obtXLiUCEU

2:49pm PDT - July 8th, 2023
RT @ReynoldsTammy: Glenwood Springs, Colorado UPDATE: I-70 EB MP 116-121, road will remain closed EB at MP 116 for CMV recovery. Traffic…

10:23am PDT - July 8th, 2023
Glenwood Springs, Colorado UPDATE: I-70 EB MP 116-121, road will remain closed EB at MP 116 for CMV recovery. Traffic queue on scene will be let through. Tow, CSP, CDOT, and Fire are on scene. ETA of reopen is 8-10 hours.

9:56am PDT - July 8th, 2023

The South Canyon Fire was a 1994 wildfire that took the lives of 14 wildland firefighters on Storm King Mountain, near Glenwood Springs, Colorado, on July 6, 1994. It is often also referred to as the "Storm King" fire. https://t.co/3Fl4iO9fdx

4:50pm PDT - July 6th, 2023
RT @csgazette: A water rescue is underway in southeast Colorado Springs amid heavy rains Wednesday evening, the Colorado Spring Fire Depart…

9:29pm PDT - July 5th, 2023
RT @FOX21News: The Colorado Springs Fire Department rescued a driver who was trapped in her car after intense amounts of hail fell and beca…

9:13pm PDT - July 5th, 2023
RT @FOX21News: The Colorado Springs Fire Department rescued a driver who was trapped in her car after intense amounts of hail fell and beca…

8:05pm PDT - July 5th, 2023
The Colorado Springs Fire Department rescued a driver who was trapped in her car after intense amounts of hail fell and became lodged against her tires around 7:15 Wednesday evening. https://t.co/2X2so7BNK1

8:03pm PDT - July 5th, 2023
A water rescue is underway in southeast Colorado Springs amid heavy rains Wednesday evening, the Colorado Spring Fire Department reported. https://t.co/Zxnr0eiDTs

7:21pm PDT - July 5th, 2023
READY, FIRE, AIM: The World's Deadliest Animal – Pagosa Daily Post News Events & Video for Pagosa Springs Colorado https://t.co/t08jnkKKGB

7:39am PDT - July 5th, 2023
RT @CSFDPIO: Please be aware of the dangers of fireworks. This fire left two families without homes and a firefighter with minor burn inj…

10:02pm PDT - July 4th, 2023
RT @CSFDPIO: Please be aware of the dangers of fireworks. This fire left two families without homes and a firefighter with minor burn inj…

5:12pm PDT - July 4th, 2023
It ain’t 4th of July in Colorado Springs til the rain ruins any chance of fire works. Who needs fire works when hail damage is an option?

4:28pm PDT - July 4th, 2023

NEW: The Chris Mountain Fire is West of Pagosa Springs, Colorado. The Fire is currently 100 acres. https://t.co/2CuNJoG7Hr

2:29pm PDT - June 29th, 2023
RT @HotshotWake: New Start: The Chris Mountain Fire is West of Pagosa Springs, Colorado. Aerial resources have been ordered and others ar…

1:27pm PDT - June 29th, 2023
RT @HotshotWake: New Start: The Chris Mountain Fire is West of Pagosa Springs, Colorado. Aerial resources have been ordered and others ar…

11:36am PDT - June 29th, 2023
RT @HotshotWake: New Start: The Chris Mountain Fire is West of Pagosa Springs, Colorado. Aerial resources have been ordered and others ar…

9:05am PDT - June 29th, 2023
RT @HotshotWake: New Start: The Chris Mountain Fire is West of Pagosa Springs, Colorado. Aerial resources have been ordered and others ar…

8:55am PDT - June 29th, 2023
SJBPH is monitoring local air quality in the Pagosa Springs area due to the Chris Mountain Fire. Visit https://t.co/XKx8ZCP9Cu for real-time info. Protect yourself from wildfire smoke, especially higher-risk groups. Wildfire & air quality resources: https://t.co/FcHRi1iDd8 https://t.co/lOTafckM8k

7:43am PDT - June 29th, 2023