Floods After Fire: Aspen Acres Struggles | Denver News

Aspen Acres residents face deadly flash floods every time it rains, a terrifying aftermath of the June wildfire that scorched 102,000 acres. The scorched earth now repels water like a rain jacket, turning rainfall into dangerous runoff. County officials warn this flood risk could linger for years—until vegetation rebounds, which depends on rainfall. A tragic death of an 80-year-old underscores the danger, while ash and sediment from the fire still tainted local water systems, though they’re now operational. Homeowners can’t stop the damage entirely, but mulch and ground cover help absorb water and stabilize soil. This isn’t just a short-term crisis—it’s a long haul for a community still rebuilding. 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/d885d28f50cf5ce7