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Lee Fire Becomes 4th-Largest Wildfire in Colorado History, Surpassing Hayman Fire

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By Austen Erblat Click here for updates on this story COLORADO (KCNC) — The Lee Fire in northwest Colorado is now the fourth-largest wildfire in the state’s history, recorded at 138,844 acres on Monday evening. The fire burning near Meeker has now surpassed the Hayman Fire, which burned 137,760 acres between Denver and Colorado Springs in 2002. The Lee Fire is 90% contained, but has already destroyed several homes and government structures i…Wildfires · Meeker See the Story

CSFD Crews Returns After Two Weeks at Lee Fire

100% Center coverage: 5 sources

A three-person crew from Colorado Springs Fire Department just returned from a 14-day deployment helping at the Elk and Lee fires on the western side of Colorado.Not only did we provide protection and different strategies and tactics, as we did some follow through, we were able to take care of animals and livestock that were left behind, said Lieutenant Todd Smith.The were part of dealing with hot, dry, and windy conditions that pushed the Lee f…Meeker · Meeker See the Story

Wildfires force Meeker Mustang Makeover postponement

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

The decision comes as hundreds of firefighters and extensive equipment occupy the Rio Blanco County Fairgrounds, where the event is typically held.Wildfires · Meeker Read Article

Wildfire grows to 133K acres amid dangerous conditions but containment near town increases

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

Per the morning update released on August 15, the Lee Fire that's burning near the northwestern Colorado town of Meeker has reached 133,841 acres. Despite this growth of close toMeeker · Meeker Read Article

Evacuations Reported for Both Elk and Lee Fires

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

MEEKER, Colo. (KTLO)-- The Lee Fire continues to burn in Rio Blanco County in northwest Colorado and has burned more than 113,000 acres. It has now been declared the fifth largest fire in the state. Officials report that at least 7 percent of the fire is contained. Meanwhile, the Elk Fire has burned 15,000 acres and is 30 percent contained. Evacuations have been declared for both Rio Blanco and Garfield counties. The post Evacuations reported fo…Evacuations · Meeker Read Article

Some Meeker Residents Are Voluntarily Evacuating Due to the Lee and Elk Fires | News Channel 3-12

83% Center coverage: 12 sources

By Jessica Porter Click here for updates on this story MEEKER, Colorado (KMGH) -- Some residents in Meeker have decided toWildfires · Meeker See the Story

Colorado Wildfires: Gov. Polis Activates National Guard, All of Meeker on Pre-Evacuation Status

83% Center coverage: 18 sources

DENVER — Two uncontained wildfires have charred thousands of acres and reached within a mile of the Western Slope town of Meeker, forcing evacuations as the flames jump highways and the threaten to cross the White River.Evacuations · Meeker See the Story

Colorado Advanced Orthopedics Sets the Standard in Rural Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Care

Colorado Advanced Orthopedics, Sports Medicine, and Spine (CAO) in Meeker, Colorado, and fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon Dr. Rhett Griggs assist student-athletes in returning to their sport and achieving excellent results.Meeker · Meeker Read Article

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Lee Fire Becomes 4th-Largest Wildfire in Colorado History, Surpassing Hayman Fire

CSFD Crews Returns After Two Weeks at Lee Fire

Wildfires force Meeker Mustang Makeover postponement

Wildfire grows to 133K acres amid dangerous conditions but containment near town increases

Evacuations Reported for Both Elk and Lee Fires

Some Meeker Residents Are Voluntarily Evacuating Due to the Lee and Elk Fires | News Channel 3-12

Colorado Wildfires: Gov. Polis Activates National Guard, All of Meeker on Pre-Evacuation Status

Colorado Advanced Orthopedics Sets the Standard in Rural Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Care

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Lee Fire Becomes 4th-Largest Wildfire in Colorado History, Surpassing Hayman Fire

CSFD Crews Returns After Two Weeks at Lee Fire

Wildfires force Meeker Mustang Makeover postponement

Wildfire grows to 133K acres amid dangerous conditions but containment near town increases

Evacuations Reported for Both Elk and Lee Fires

Some Meeker Residents Are Voluntarily Evacuating Due to the Lee and Elk Fires | News Channel 3-12

Colorado Wildfires: Gov. Polis Activates National Guard, All of Meeker on Pre-Evacuation Status

Colorado Advanced Orthopedics Sets the Standard in Rural Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Care