Nation and region’s climate worsening, but can still be improved, says new federal assessment
The report describes a country that is facing serious environmental impacts, while remaining capable of drastically reducing greenhouse gas emissions and adapting to the effects of a warmer world.
By Joe Wertz
What the impending government shutdown means for Coloradans
From National Parks to federal workers, if Congress fails to fund the government by this weekend, a shutdown could have wide ranging impacts in Colorado.
Strange lights in the sky reported by pilots around eastern Colorado on Thursday
‘They all disappear after about 15 seconds.’
By Joe Wertz
Colorado’s summer monsoon season is finally here. It could lead to major flooding across the state
Heavy rains are expected to start Monday and linger across Colorado through Wednesday.
By Joe Wertz
Xcel Energy tells shareholders Marshall fire lawsuits could seriously hurt its finances
The CEO of Colorado’s largest utility continues to dispute its powerlines ignited the most destructive wildfire in Colorado history.
Colorado wildfires: Evacuations remain as crews battle wildfire north of Gunnison
Lighting sparked a wildfire Wednesday afternoon, which quickly grew to 720 acres in size, fire officials said.
Residents allowed to return after wildfire near Florissant forces evacuations
Emergency crews in Teller County are evacuating residents southeast of Florissant in the Palmer Village subdivision due to a wildfire burning near Manchester Place.
How might we save the Colorado River?
From desalinating seawater to ripping out grass and changing crops, here are some of the boldest and most crucial ideas.
Colorado wildfires: Spring Creek fire along I-70 in Garfield County burning over 2,500 acres
The Upper Colorado River Interagency Fire Management Unit said Monday night’s high winds and the area’s heavy fuels allowed the fire to grow rapidly.
El Niño has officially started. Here’s what it could mean for Colorado
Climate researchers at NOAA are confident the warm El Niño phase will continue through the summer and fall and last through March 2024.
By Joe Wertz
Authorities say power lines, earlier trash fire combined to cause Colorado’s massive Marshall blaze
Officials found that the fire was sparked by power lines and an earlier trash fire.
By Joe Wertz
A thicker wave of wildfire smoke from Canada is blowing into Colorado
Weather patterns mean smoke and haze could stick around most of Monday.
By Joe Wertz
How weather and climate are shaping ‘wildfire season’ in Colorado
Things are starting to warm up. The snow in the mountains is melting. Days are getting longer. All that can be a welcome change, but springtime in Colorado also means the wildfire season starts in earnest.
By Joe Wertz
Icy weather, slick roads and more snow expected for much of Colorado today
The weather forecast shows high snowfall across the state, as well as increased avalanche warnings in the high country.
Sheriff’s office says the Marshall fire investigation could be completed in early 2023
The probe into the cause of the wildfire is considering sources ranging from lightning, fireworks and campfires to underground coal mine fires, burning debris and sparks from electrical equipment.
By Joe Wertz
Wildfire burning near Fort Collins contained; all evacuations lifted
No injuries or major damage has been reported, but the County Road 21 wildfire burning near Fort Collins led to evacuations and is generating periods of heavy smoke, which spurred state health officials to issue an air quality alert.
By Joe Wertz