Smoke from within the perimeter of the Decker Fire was visible yesterday, reminding us that despite the snow, the fire continues to burn.
Fire managers expect this will continue to occur, because some pockets of large, heavy fuels remain hot and dry enough to retain heat. As the snow continues to fall this winter, there will eventually be enough moisture to cool these larger pockets of heavy fuel.
70 firefighters with the Type 3 Team remain in Salida to manage the Decker Fire.
Danny “Dan R” Ridenour has been in radio and television broadcasting for over 40 years, starting as a senior in high school in Rogers, Arkansas. His radio career has had stops in Nashville, Memphis, Oklahoma, and eventually, Colorado. Dan enjoys being involved in the community, having been a member of the Upper Arkansas Service Club and is currently on the board of directors for the Salida Community Center and is a member of the Chaffee County Fair Committee. He and his wife Carrie spend their days doing everything the mountains have to offer: hiking, camping, fishing and skiing. They've raised 3 children and have 2 grandchildren.
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