Colorado Summer 2024: Fire & Drought Alert | Denver News

Colorado’s summer is heating up — but not in the fun, outdoor way you’d expect. Drought and extreme fire danger are forcing major changes: officials warn the Fourth of July could be a risky, crowded mess, and four major wildfires are already burning over 20,000 acres, with one destroying nearly 70,000 acres and homes. Counties are under strict fire bans, water levels are so low Boyd Lake shut down boat ramps, and even Blue Mesa is limiting access. Stay smart: check conditions before heading out — safety and the state’s beauty depend on it. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/f4352c270270a248