Fireworks are believed to have been the cause of a small wildland fire 9 miles north of Craig near the end of Moffat County Road 18. The fire, reported just before 11 Sunday night, burned about one and a half acres. No structures or property were damaged in the blaze. Firefighters found remnants of fireworks on the roadway adjacent to the fire. The identity of the party responsible for causing the fire Continue reading
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Fireworks Responsible For Wildland Fire In Moffat County
Fireworks Cause Fire and Explosion North Of Steamboat
A smoke device lit to limit mosquitoes near a camping area late Sunday afternoon lead to a fire and explosions. The situation on Routt County Road 52E about 5 miles north of Steamboat began when a man at the camp was burned by the smoke device and instinctively threw it. The device landed inside an enclosed trailer. The trailer contained several boxes of fireworks, which ignited and began Continue reading
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UPDATE: What’s Going On For The 4th OF July?
There will an abundance of activities this long 4th of July weekend including public fireworks shows. In Craig the VFW/American Legion parade will begin at 11 Tuesday morning. The parade will start at Veterans Hall, formerly the VFW. The head west on Victory Way, then turn north on Ledford. Following the parade, their will be a dedication of the Craig WWII Memorial. All WWII veterans, their families Continue reading
Help Prevent WYO Wildfires This 4th Of July
The BLM in Wyoming is asking for the public’s help in controlling wildfires this Fourth of July Weekend. Rising summer temperatures cause fuels like grass and shrubs to dry up, increasing the fire danger in the state. Fireworks and other explosives are Continue reading
Funding Secured For 4th Of July Fireworks
The Craig 4th of July Fireworks will take place again this year. The Craig City Council Tuesday night committed $3,000 toward the purchase of fire works. The Craig Fire Department will contribute $2,000 and Moffat County has budgeted $3,000. Because of budgetary issues, the council did consider Continue reading
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Where To Watch Fireworks Near You
Below are where to watch area fireworks shows on July 4th. Continue reading
Steamboat Road Closures For 4th Of July
The City of Steamboat Springs will be closing several roads to accommodate all the events that will be taking place for the 4th of July calibration. A complete list of closures is available below. Additional transit buses will be running before the parade and before and after the Continue reading
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Using Fire and Fireworks In Colorado
Although rain and cooler temperatures have diminished the fire danger, all are encouraged to be extra cautious when using fire outdoors. Also when using personal fireworks in Colorado be aware that state law does not allow fireworks that explode, leave the ground or fly through the air. Thus, firecrackers, rockets of any kind, and mortars are Continue reading
Local Officials Promote Fireworks Safety
As the 4th of July Holiday approaches law enforcement officials are reminding residents to play it safe when it comes to fireworks. Not only can many fireworks be dangerous, but most are illegal in Colorado. If it leaves the ground or explodes, it is not legal. Even legal fireworks can pose safety hazards. Health experts say sparklers Continue reading
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Fireworks Should be Left to Professionals
Fireworks during the Fourth of July are often the highlight of the holiday. However, accidents involving consumer fireworks also cause thousands of burns and eye injuries each year. In addition, two out of five fires reported on that day are started by fireworks, more than for any other cause. Law Enforcement and fire officials Continue reading
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M.C. Sheriff Asks for Donations for Fireworks Display
Moffat County Sheriff K.C. Hume reported to the Moffat County Commissioners yesterday that the Craig Fire Board is in a time crunch for ordering fireworks for Craig’s 4th of July celebration. The board typically spends about $8,000 on the display. Last year, the board was running short, but after donations from the public and small Continue reading
Steamboat Trails to Close for Fireworks Show
Blackmere Trail and all trails that access Emerald Mountain in Steamboat will have a temporary closure in effect tomorrow evening from 6 until 9. The trails will be closed to all public access for safety reasons due to fireworks being launched for the Winter Carnival night show. Signs will be posted at the Blackmere trailhead, and Steamboat Continue reading
