Smoky Skies Prompt Health Advisories in Colorado’s Mountains as Wildfires Balloon Across the West

Smoky skies prompt health advisories in Colorado’s mountains as wildfires balloon across the West

A haze from out-of-state wildfires is choking the Colorado mountains as widespread drought and persistent hot, dry weather continue to elevate the fire danger.

Why is it so smoky in Colorado?

Skies above many areas in Colorado appeared hazy as the sun came up Wednesday morning, prompting some to wonder if there are nearby fires or if the smoky air is dangerous.

Utah wildfire blankets Southwest Colorado with smoke

Westerly winds carried wildfire smoke into Southwest Colorado and the Four Corners on Wednesday, reducing visibility and even lowering temperatures across the region, according to the National Weather...

Wildfire smoke from Utah drifts into Colorado

Many in Northern Colorado are seeing the hazy skies associated with neighboring state wildfires.