Round-Up: Fire officials say smoke may still be visible; Public input sought on corporate sponsorship of state parks
Fire officials announced last night that the Waldo Canyon Fire was 100% contained, but authorities say its still possible for people to see smoke…and, Colorado officials and an independent fundraising foundation are asking for public input on a proposal to pursue corporate sponsorships to help fund state parks.
Fire Officials Declare Waldo Canyon Fire 100% Contained
According to Inciweb, officials declared the Waldo Canyon Fire 100% contained as of around 7:20 PM. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
FEMA Announces Exemptions to 30-day Waiting Period for Flood Coverage
Official press release: CONGRESSIONAL ADVISORY Exception to 30-day Waiting Period for Flood Insurance Coverage for Private Properties Affected by Flooding on Federal Lands Following the Colorado Wildfires FEMA Encourages Residents […]
“Colorado Springs Together” Unveiled
The Waldo Canyon Fire has directly and indirectly affected thousands of Colorado Springs residents and businesses.
#WaldoCanyonFire : Message from Manitou Springs Officials Regarding Post-Fire Flooding
Text of the Press Release: With the Waldo Canyon Fire nearly 100% contained, it is important for residents to be vigilant regarding post-fire flash flooding.
#WaldoCanyonFire : Thursday Recap, and What’s Next
A benefit concert held Wednesday night raised more than $288,000 for the Waldo Canyon Victims Assistance Fund, managed by the Pikes Peak United Way.
#WaldoCanyonFire : Recap and Updates
Residents of an additional 126 homes can now return after Colorado Springs Utilities, the Police Department, and Office of Emergency Management lifted mandatory evacuation notices as of 5:00.
Round-Up: More areas open; Meeting to address flash-flooding concerns
More residents of the Mountain Shadows community are now allowed back into their homes.
Round-Up: Waldo Canyon Fire 70% contained; Fire ban in effect; Mitigation tax break
The Waldo Canyon Fire is 70% contained. This morning, Colorado Springs Fire Chief Rich Brown said that number is higher for the city.
Round-Up: More residents can go home; Insurance adjusters get access; and more
Residents of more than 300 homes located south of Champagne Dr. and north of 30th in Colorado Springs are able to return after 6:00 this evening.
#WaldoCanyonFire : Sheriff Elevates Burn Restrictions
Sheriff Terry Maketa Elevates Fire Restrictions From Stage I to Stage II Due to extremely high fire danger and the demand of fire fighting resources to battle the Waldo Canyon […]
#WaldoCanyonFire : Visiting Pike National Forest
The Waldo Canyon Fire continues to burn in areas near Colorado Springs.
#WaldoCanyonFire : Mountain Shadows Re-Entry
Initial Re-entry Day Visit for Mountain Shadows Evacuees Sunday, July 1 Residents of the Mountain Shadows area impacted by the Waldo Canyon Fire will be allowed to drive into and […]
#WaldoCanyonFire : Disaster Recovery Center, Now Open
El Paso County Disaster Recovery Center to Open 9am Saturday June 30 Colorado Springs, CO, June 29, 2012 – El Paso County will open a Disaster Recovery Center designed to […]
#WaldoCanyonFire : Thursday’s Story
It’s been an emotional week for the area, and especially for residents directly affected by the Waldo Canyon Fire.
#WaldoCanyonFire : Checking in with Teller County
Fire crews are continuing the battle against the devastating Waldo Canyon Fire.
