Willow Fire Grows Amid High Winds | Denver News

The Willow Fire near Leadville is roaring out of control, now at 4,143 acres with just 1% containment, as fierce winds up to 50 mph threaten to fan the flames. Emergency measures are ramping up: the Lake County Regional Airport is closed to all but medical flights, new evacuation orders hit Zone 6A, and other zones are on pre-evacuation alert. Governor’s office secures FEMA funding to bolster firefighting efforts, while sheriff’s deputies manage evacuations and help residents get re-entry IDs. A temporary flight ban is in place to protect firefighting ops after a drone incident disrupted efforts — and while fireworks aren’t a concern this year, the chaos and uncertainty weigh heavily on displaced families. With worsening weather ahead, containment remains the top priority — and safety for both residents and crews is non-negotiable. 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/c2611ec9ed74fb3b