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Power outages cut electricity to parts of Capitol Hill, Goldsmith, East Colfax and Harvey Park South Friday as crews worked to restore service amid snow. Restoration times varied by neighborhood.
Clear but cold start Saturday, March 7, with lingering slick spots on shaded roads; sun pushes temperatures into the 60s by Sunday and near 70°F by Monday.
Denver OEM urges residents near Cherry Creek and the South Platte to consider flood insurance now; new policies usually take 30 days and homeowners’ policies often exclude flood damage.
Warm, windy Thursday flips to rain that turns to snow Thursday night; expect slick roads for the Friday commute.
Sunny, mild Wednesday; Fire Weather Watch hits parts of the plains Thursday. Rain changes to snow late Thursday into Friday—mountain travel may be affected.
Light rain will hit Denver on Tuesday with slick roads likely. The Front Range could see 6–14 inches of snow while sun and warmth return Wednesday.
WashU‑led research finds Sunlight Glacier in the Absaroka Range is melting up to 50 cm a year; thin sections may disappear within a decade, raising hazard concerns.
Warm, sunny Monday with highs near 73°F; rain and mountain snow move in Tuesday. Gusty winds raise fire concerns near the Palmer Divide.
Warm Monday (near 72°F) then rain and mountain snow Tuesday. South of I‑70 could see elevated fire‑weather concerns.
Sunny, warm Saturday in Denver with highs near 70°F. Red Flag Warning in parts of the plains and foothills; avoid open burning.
Windy, dry air puts parts of the Denver area under a Red Flag Warning Friday. Highs in the upper 60s — secure outdoor items and avoid open burns.
Strong winds and low humidity have prompted a Fire Weather Watch across Boulder County on Thursday; open and agricultural burning is banned countywide through midnight.
Sunny and mild today but gusty; a Fire Weather Watch is possible Friday for parts of the plains. Secure outdoor items and avoid open burning.
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