416 Fire

Ash blamed for fish kill in Animas River

water level likely contributed to die-off

Photos: Signs of life in the 416 Fire burn area

Firefighters pack it up as storms loom over 416 Fire

expected to hit burn area this week, could cause flash floods

Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad eyes Thursday reopening

to coal-fired engines could depend on La Plata County lowering fire restrictions

Those evacuated during 416 Fire eligible for financial aid

Residents who incurred costs can apply for assistance

Firefighting efforts wind down on 416 Fire; moisture to persist this week

Management of blaze to be transferred to San Juan National Forest

Burro Fire officials draw down personnel after ‘soaking’ rains

Smoldering fire is now 50 percent contained; trees are dripping-wet

416 Fire does not grow; 50 percent contained

floods will remain an issue until vegetation returns

Flood risk around Durango could extend through next week

near the southern edge of the 416 Fire burn scar at risk

Flash flood watch in effect for 416 Fire burn scar

Scattered storms could bring an inch of rain

Pre-evacuation notices issued for flood-prone areas

rainfall poses threat to residents below 416 Fire

Rehab work begins around 416 Fire, with eye on the sky

damaged during suppression efforts must be repaired

Forest Service: Fire investigations take time, patience

has no timeline for releasing cause of 416 Fire

Flash-flood warning issued for 416 Fire burn areas

storms may bring runoff, debris flows

Talk about town: Smokey Bear visits cub burned in 416 Fire

Smokey Bear visited a cub burned in the 416 Fire on Tuesday at a rehabilitation center near Del Norte.Courtesy of…

Growth slows on 416 Fire; storms expected to help this weekend

45 percent containment, 90 percent of firefighters’ objective has been met

Fire retardant used on wildfires evolves to ease environmental impact

Chemicals in slurry have come a long way, Forest Service says

416 Fire now 45 percent contained

Increased presence of thunderstorms has diminished fire activity

Community Emergency Relief Fund giving workers peace of mind

150 applications for aid received

Wildfires explode in West, U.S. toll hits 4,200 square miles

sinks in as Spring Creek Fire burns more than 100 homes near La Veta, Colorado

Burned bear cub gains international attention, seen as symbol of hope

Readers suggest naming bear Cinderella, Ember, Hope and Bernadette

Storms to create erratic conditions on 416 Fire

Resources shifted to Purgatory Resort area

Music in the Mountains will play on as scheduled

Festival celebrates 32nd season of summer music – from Purgatory to Bayfield and beyond

Reader contest: Thank you firefighters

asked readers to send in a drawing, photo or sign (9.625 inches wide and 2.77 inches tall) thanking firefighters. We…