There was a fire at an unoccupied Craig home Saturday night. According to a representative with the Craig Fire Department, the exact cause of the fire, which spread from the fireplace, is under investigation. Firefighters were on scene Continue reading
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House Fire Saturday
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Chimney Catches Fire
Steamboat Fire Fighters responded to a chimney fire Thursday night at a home on Routt County Road 179, near Milner. The fire was mostly extinguished by the time firefighters arrived on the scene. Crews inspected the home to ensure flames had not spread to other areas of the Continue reading
Could Humans Catch Chronic Wasting Disease?
A new study took a look at whether or not Chronic Wasting Disease can be transferred from animals to humans. Chronic Wasting Disease attacks the central nervous system of white and mule deer, Rocky Mountain Elk and Moose, and can often be fatal to those animals. There is Continue reading
Wildfire Burning Near Encampment
The Bureau of Land Management High Desert District and the Encampment Fire Department are fighting a wildfire approximately 1 mile southeast of Encampment. The cause of the nearly 200 acre blaze is currently under Continue reading
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Fire Destroys Building East Of Steamboat
An outbuilding was destroyed by a fire Wednesday afternoon on Colorado Highway 131 near the base of Rabbit Ears Pass. According to Steamboat fire representative Travis Wilkinson, despite having to truck water into the location, firefighters were able to prevent the fire from Continue reading
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Red Flag Warning Through Saturday
Due to warm and dry conditions in the area, a Red Flag Fire Warning is in effect for much of Northwest Colorado through tomorrow night. With gusty winds up to 40 mph and low humidity, there is the potential for any fire to Continue reading
Don’t Interact With Young Wildlife
This is the time of year in Colorado that wild animals are giving birth. It’s important to remember that if you encounter a young animal in the wild to not approach, touch or handle it. People often see young animals that appear to be alone in the forest, in backyards, near trails or along the side of roads. While they may appear to be abandoned, it is quite Continue reading
