Larimer County commissioners voted 2‑0 to adopt restrictions on open fires, fireworks and certain combustible devices in unincorporated areas as the county faces elevated fire danger.

A sharp warm-up will push Denver into the 80s this week; Wednesday could challenge March records and raise fire concerns.

Aurora officials warned reservoirs may dip below 50% next month, prompting council debate over a formal water shortage. That would trigger stepped-up conservation measures and limits on outdoor watering.

Planned prescribed burns at Bear Creek Lake Park are likely paused as red‑flag warnings, county fire restrictions and a dry winter make ignition unsafe.

A Red Flag Warning prompted Clear Creek County to impose a temporary Stage 1 fire ban Saturday. Officials warn against open flames, fireworks and most outdoor smoking while winds and dry fuels raise fire risk.

Ski Cooper will close Sunday after barely 100 days as a March heat wave and record‑low snowpack force small Colorado hills to end their seasons early.

A 117-acre wildfire east of San Luis forced mandatory evacuations as crews battled flames amid high fire danger across southern Colorado. County officials directed residents in the zone to head toward San Luis.

A National Weather Service Red Flag Warning triggered a countywide ban on open and agricultural burning in Boulder County. Officials warn gusty winds and very low humidity increase wildfire risk.

Erie told residents to keep sprinklers off after demand jumped nearly 30%, warning it could shut off taps if people ignore the order. The move aims to protect drinking water and hydrants.

A wildfire forced a shutdown of Colorado Highway 115 Thursday between County Road F45 and Barrett Road, snarling traffic south of Colorado Springs.

Environmental groups asked the 10th Circuit to revive a citizen suit accusing Suncor’s Commerce City refinery of repeated air pollution. Judges will decide whether the case returns to district court for a trial.

A Red Flag Warning will cover northeast Colorado Wednesday as gusty winds and low humidity raise wildfire risk. Local officials urge following burn bans and avoiding sparks.

A persistent, low-frequency hum is waking neighbors near Aurora Reservoir. Residents suspect nearby fracking is to blame.