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South Rim Fire now 32% contained as of July 24

The South Rim Fire is now 32% contained as of Thursday. The fire forced the closure of the Black Canyon of the Gunnison ...
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Montrose’s economy takes a hit after recent fires in the county

MONTROSE, Colo. (KJCT) - Local businesses and Montrose’s Development and Revitalization Team (DART) are working together to ...

Update on the South Rim Fire in Montrose County

The South Rim Wildfire remains active in the Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park after it was ignited by lightning ...
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Montrose works hard to combat decline in tourism

With the closure of the Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, As firefighters continue to contain the South Rim Fire, ...
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South Rim fire, other Western Slope fires still smoldering continue to impact air quality

The Sowbelly fire in Dominguez-Escalante National Conservation Area is 90% contained at 2,274 acres. Fifty-five personnel are ...
Sky-Hi News10h

Fire crews report ‘pretty good news’ in efforts to contain largest wildfire burning in Colorado

Firefighters battling wildfires in southwestern Colorado have made progress in their efforts to contain the blazes. “I’ve got ...
Jackson Hole Community Radio - KHOL 89.1 FM12h

Drought conditions have primed Rocky Mountains for a busy wildfire season, hurting air quality and economy

Hot, dry weather and abundant fuels created the perfect storm for lightning-caused fires on the Western Slope and in ...