Author: Spencer McKee
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Vomiting hiker unable to walk while deep in backcountry prompts rescue response near hot spring
Mountain Rescue Aspen responded to a backcountry medical emergency in recent days, with the situation being used as an example of how even common medical conditions can quickly escalate to become a dangerous situation in a remote environment. According to a press release on the incident, a call for help was received via a text-to-911…
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River closure enacted in Steamboat Springs with flow at 8% of long-term norm
Fourth of July weekend and the few weeks that follow might often be peak tubing season in Steamboat Springs. This year, that won’t be the case. Per the City of Steamboat Springs, a recreational closure of the Yampa River has already been enacted, set to be in place for the foreseeable future amid low water.…
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73-year-old hiker attacked in violent assault on popular Boulder trail
A disturbing robbery and assault that reportedly took place on a popular Boulder County trail is under investigation. According to the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office, a 73-year-old male was hiking Boulder Creek Trail in the area of the 40000 block of Boulder Canyon Drive on the evening of June 29 when the incident occurred. Earlier…
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Lightning that struck golfer started wildfire at Colorado course
A golfer was hospitalized after getting struck by lightning at Lakewood’s Fox Hollow Golf Course on June 30. According to West Metro Fire Rescue, their team responded to the scene just before 6 p.m. after the golfer was struck by the lightning and injured near the course’s 6th hole. After the strike, a lightning-caused wildfire…
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Man dead after fall amid extreme exposure on 14,041-foot Colorado peak
A second reported death of the fourteener climbing season has occurred in Colorado, this one taking place on a non-standard section of one of the state’s most technical peaks. According to Alamosa Volunteer Search and Rescue, their team was called to the West Ridge Indirect approach of Little Bear Peak on June 27 in response…
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At least 100 structures damaged in Colorado as fires pass combined 100,000 acres
The nine wildfires burning around Colorado have passed 100,000 acres in size, as of Wednesday morning, and while some containment has been gained on some of the blazes, numerous evacuations and pre-evacuation notices remain active around the state. Here’s a look at what’s on fire around the Centennial State: Note from the author: Wildfire news…
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GPS recommending two rugged mountain pass detours near raging wildfire, sparking safety concerns
Those traveling between Ouray and Telluride amid Highway 550 closures due to the nearby Gold Mountain wildfire might want to avoid using the first recommendation that pops up as a detour on their GPS. As of 2:30 p.m. on June 30, Google Maps was recommending two detour routes between these two towns – one that…
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Man accused of intentionally starting fire in roadside ravine in Colorado
A New Mexican man was arrested in Colorado after allegedly starting a brush fire in a ravine along State Highway 74. According to a report from the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to a report that a man was intentionally trying to start a fire near mile marker 16 on State Highway 74 at…
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9 rescued from Colorado reservoir after boat capsizes and sinks
A mass rescue took place at Chatfield State Park in recent days after a boat capsized. According to South Metro Fire Rescue, the response took place on June 28 around 2 p.m. at Chatfield Reservoir, also involving Colorado Parks and Wildlife personnel. A total of nine individuals ended up tossed in the water when their…
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State wildlife area closed amid fire burning in southwest Colorado
Colorado Parks and Wildlife has temporarily closed the Lone Dome State Wildlife Area amid the ongoing Ferris Fire that’s burning in southwest Colorado. As of June 30, the Ferris Fire has scorched about 19,000 acres northwest of Dolores with no containment. Lone Dome State Wildlife Area is located along the southern edge of the U.S.…