Wildfires

Imagine one fourth of our state completely destroyed in a wildfire — that's the same amount of land Australia has lost to its brush fires.

Over the last ten years, Colorado has seen some fascinating weather and what better way to start a new decade then take a look back at the weird weather of the old one?

The lab was created for a study program, but is now used for investigations in 11 states throughout the United States for wildlife-related cases.

Last year Colorado experienced quite a few serious wildfires that included loss of property, loss of life and cost communities millions of dollars.

With such devastation burning states away, it's hard to figure out how to help our friends in California. However, it's easier than you might think.

What do the different stages during a fire restriction mean when they are in effect?

Authorities are responding to a four-acre fire near South 21 1/2 Road in the Glade Park area

Warrants have been issued for two young adults that didn't follow that burn restriction laws. Both are facing 4th degree arson charges and could face up to six years in prison.

A 52-year-old man was arrested on arson charges for starting the Spring Fire that's burned 56 thousand acres in southeastern Colorado.

With hot dry weather expected to continue across Colorado, both the chance of a fire and fires being reported have increased significantly.