Fire Weather Watch Issued For Chaffee County
A Fire Weather Watch has been issued for gusty winds, low humidity and dry fuels through Wednesday (Oct. 8).
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National Weather Service Calls For Snow Thursday
The National Weather Service has updated today’s weather forecast to call for snow, heavy at times, this Thursday (Oct. 10).
Chaffee County Sheriff Lifts Some Evacuation Orders
Chaffee County Sheriff John Spezze is lifting the evacuation order for some areas affected by the Decker Fire.
Air Quality Health Advisory Issued [Oct. 6]
The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment has issued an Air Quality Health Advisory for wildfire smoke until 9:00 am Monday.
Decker Fire Claims Single Structure in Chaffee County
Chaffee County Sheriff John Spezze has now confirmed one structure has been lost in Chaffee County.
How Can You Help The Firefighters?
We’ve had quite a few people reach out to us and ask, “how can I help the firefighters? Can I donate?”
Fire Causes Closure of BLM Lands South of Hwy 50
The Royal Gorge Field Office of the Bureau of Land Management has issued an emergency temporary closure for BLM lands south of Highway 50.
Interactive Decker Fire Map Released
The Decker Fire Team just released a new interactive map that shows the fire’s perimeter.
Air Quality Health Advisory Issued
The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment has issued an Air Quality Health Advisory for wildfire smoke until 9:00 am Sunday.
Chaffee County Sheriff Offers Assistance to Decker Fire Evacuees
If you forgot your medication or an animal during the Decker Fire evacuations, the Chaffee County Sheriff’s Office can help.