Wildfire Fighters Use Lake Pueblo | Denver News

A massive wildfire, the Aspen Acres Fire, now Colorado’s eighth-largest, has scorched over 85,000 acres and destroyed homes. To fight it, emergency crews are deploying “super scoopers” that snatch water directly from Lake Pueblo — usually packed for Fourth of July festivities — forcing park officials to clear the lake’s center for safe operations. Visitors are urged to stay on the edges and immediately clear the area if a plane is approaching. Safety and cooperation are key as responders race to contain the blaze. 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/3053e171e0f964b3