Wildfire
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Summit County biodiversity: Threats, conservation efforts
In Summit County, native sagebrush can take 30 to 120 years to reestablish after a fire, but invasive cheatgrass recovers within just two years, according to Utah State University Extension .
Willow Fire smoke reaches Summit County after June 28th ignition
Mandatory evacuation orders have been issued for multiple roads, campgrounds, and trails around Turquoise Lake as the Willow Fire, ignited just yesterday, swelled to an estimated 1,200 acres with 0% c
Colorado mountain fire conditions worsen with strong winds
Gusts up to 50 mph and critically dry vegetation are expected across Western Colorado this weekend, creating dangerous Colorado mountain fire conditions for 2026.
Colorado Mountain Destinations Enter Stage 1 Fire Restrictions
The Spring Creek Fire in the White River National Forest has burned nearly 20 acres and is about 20% contained, signaling an aggressive start to Colorado's wildfire season.
I-70 reopens near South Canyon after Paradise Creek Fire
Interstate 70, a critical artery through Colorado, was shut down for nearly five hours on Tuesday due to a brush fire that fluctuated in size from 8 to 20 acres, before reopening late in the evening.