Prescribed burn for Dove Creek area is canceled The Dolores Ranger District prescribed burn in the Doe Canyon area about 10 miles east of Dove Creek has been… October 18, 2016
Large prescribed fires planned for Dolores County Prescribed burns improve forest health, reduce wildfire risk August 23, 2016
Fire restrictions lifted on San Juan National Forest Smoke rises from the Long Draw Reservoir fire in June.Sam Green/The Journal Whether or not fire restrictions are in effect,… August 8, 2016
Lightning ignites small Mesa Verde fire Due to the current unpredictable weather patterns, the park has initiated a full-suppression attack. To assist with firefighting efforts, the… July 21, 2016
Forest officials tout benefits of Long Draw fire helped forest, grazing, and it saved money July 20, 2016
Black Ridge Fire now 100 percent contained State, federal crews handling cleanup, monitoring July 18, 2016
Red flag warning issued; Black Ridge Fire slows 80% contained Friday, but red flag warning Saturday July 15, 2016
Wildfire calms but some residents remain on pre-evacuation status Residents safe to remain in homes tonight July 15, 2016
BIA reports small fire on Ute Mountain Ute land Acting Bureau of Indian Affairs Superintendent Keith Yessilth reported a 10-15-acre fire near the Barker Dome area about 3:30 p.m.… July 14, 2016
Bennet introduces wildfire-prevention bill would open more grants for mitigation efforts July 14, 2016
Area firefighters help with blazes around the state, nation Seasonal crews fill several gaps July 13, 2016
Residents near Black Ridge Fire still on pre-evacuation notice burns 50 acres, perimeter mostly surrounded by fire retardant July 13, 2016
Local News Westfork forms volunteer fire department The Dolores Fire Protection District has provided fire protection to residences up the West Fork. Last year, many residents received… July 6, 2016
Local News Firefighting budgets, resources subject of hearing continues to make D&SNGR helicopter available July 3, 2016
Local News Lightning strike ignites small fire at Mesa Verde Mesa Verde’s Park Point Lookout tower spotted the fire on Tuesday, June 28 about 3:49 p.m., park spokeswoman Cristy Brown… July 1, 2016
Local News Forest Service, S.W. Colorado counties order fire restrictions vegetation at lower elevations raises risks June 30, 2016
Local News Firefighters ending controlled burns at Long Draw is in a remote area of forest June 22, 2016
Local News Montezuma County starts fire ban in wake of Sage Hen blaze support helps stomp on Sage Hen fire near McPhee Reservoir; county commissioners order a fire ban June 19, 2016
Local News Red flag warning issued for Southwest Colorado humidity, wind and hot weather bring fire danger June 14, 2016
Local News Wet spring reduces wildfire threat Forecasters study indicators like precipitation, wind and soil moisture June 1, 2016
Local News Smokey Bear educates Kiva students at Carpenter Natural Area Firewise teaches wildfire lessons May 27, 2016
