The U.S. Forest Service is shutting down all National Forest lands in five Front Range counties due to wildfires and extreme drought conditions.
National Forest land in Clear Creek, Jefferson, Gilpin, Boulder and Larimer counties were temporarily closed at midnight last night.
The Cameron Peak Fire in western Larimer County and the Calwood and Lefthand Canyon Fires in Boulder County led to the decision, but all five counties are experiencing extremely dry conditions and persistent fire danger.
Failure to adhere to the closures could lead to a fine of up to $5,000 and six months in jail.
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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