Tag: Routt County
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Morgan Creek fire in Routt County gains momentum, surpasses 3,400 acres
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save The Morgan Creek fire devoured another 1,500 acres of land by Sunday evening as winds stirred up columns of smoke and flames, officials said. The uncontained fire blackened an estimated 3,414 acres, up from 1,920 acres…
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Morgan Creek fire spreads in Colorado, prompts closures and air advisories
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save The Morgan Creek fire exploded in size on Saturday, forcing a large area closure in Routt County. On Saturday night, it was estimated to be burning around 1,920 acres, up from around 100 on Friday,…
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Colorado man seriously injured by bear attack inside his home
Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) officials say a man was seriously injured, hospitalized and needed surgery after being attacked by a bear at his home near Steamboat Springs late Sunday. Officials said the man realized the door to his garage — where he stores birdseed and other attractants — was open around 11 p.m. Sunday.…