Ark River Report shows declining streamflows
The weekend brought welcome precipitation to parts of the Arkansas Basin, but the U.S. Drought Monitor continues to show varying levels of drought across the river basin.
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Smoke-Fire Update
Heavy smoke from large wildfires in Arizona is being blown into Colorado, however, air quality is expected to gradually improve today.
Lopez Fire Burning North of Del Norte-Red Flag Fire Warning in Effect
A Red Flag Fire Warning is in effect for the San Luis Valley due to gusty winds and low relative humidity. Conditions will be favorable for rapid rates of fire growth and spread.
Salida Man is Wanted on Murder, Assault, and Strangulation Charges
The Salida Police Department is seeking assistance from the public in locating 47-year-old Daniel Egan of Salida. He is wanted on nationwide warrants including 1st Degree Murder, assault, and strangulation.
Improvements are Underway on CO 96 Between Westcliffe and Wetmore in Custer County
The Colorado Department of Transportation started improvements to Colorado Highway 96 in Custer County today. The project will improve approximately 26 miles of CO 96.
COVID-19 Levels Are On The Rise in the San Luis Valley
COVID-19 levels continue to rise in the San Luis Valley. In the past 7 days, 96 new cases were reported, up from 41 the prior week.
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Drought concerns limit initial Fry-Ark water allocations
Southeastern Colorado Water Conservancy District board approved 32,848 acre-feet of West Slope water allocations.
2021 Commercial rafting generated $43 million for Chaffee, Fremont counties
Commercial rafting outfitters generated nearly $43 million in total visitor expenditures in Chaffee and Fremont counties in 2021.
Chaffee County Covid Update from Andrea Carlstrom and Greg Felt
The summer of 2021 was supposed to feel normal, moving past the COVID-19 pandemic with hope, optimism, and promise.
Fire Danger is High
Critical fire weather conditions continue today. More widespread fire conditions are expected Thursday.
Arkansas River Report for May 16
Recent weather patterns have proven detrimental to the water outlook for the Arkansas River Basin with warm temperatures, minimal precipitation and high winds combining to reduce snowpack to 31% of median.
Lake County Appoints Interim Sheriff
Lake County Commissioners have appointed Heath Speckman as Lake County Interim Sheriff.
