Tuesday, June 30, 2015
Monday, June 29, 2015
15 People Struck by Lightning, Dog Killed Near Summit of Mt Bierstadt
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8 people airlifted to hospitals, one man blown out of his boots. This is the second highest number of people struck by lightning in Colorado in a single event. 19 people were injured when struck by lightning on a mesa near Granby in 2004.
Here is an article from last year after 2 fatalities in Rocky Mountain National Park that provides guidance on how to avoid being hit by lightning.
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8 people airlifted to hospitals, one man blown out of his boots. This is the second highest number of people struck by lightning in Colorado in a single event. 19 people were injured when struck by lightning on a mesa near Granby in 2004.
Here is an article from last year after 2 fatalities in Rocky Mountain National Park that provides guidance on how to avoid being hit by lightning.
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Photos of Sever Thunderstorm in Colorado Springs
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Some awesome lightning shots and plenty of hail.
Some awesome lightning shots and plenty of hail.
Record Spring Rainfall Fills John Martin Reservoir on the Arkansas River
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The severe drought in SE Colorado has been completely reversed with the reservoir storing 10 times more water than this time last year.
The severe drought in SE Colorado has been completely reversed with the reservoir storing 10 times more water than this time last year.
Sunday, June 28, 2015
Bear, Not Dog, Attacked Elk Calf Near Steamboat Springs
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So, will the dog owner who was fined get a refund?
So, will the dog owner who was fined get a refund?
Prairie Dog With Plague Shuts Down Bear Creek Lake Parking Lot
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There is a very large prairie dog village on the south side of the lake that should be a concern for people that use the park. Letting your dog run off-leash could expose them to fleas on prairie dogs that carry the plague or direct exposure to the remains of rodents killed by the plague. 3 men in eastern Colorado contracted plague from their dog earlier this year.
There is a very large prairie dog village on the south side of the lake that should be a concern for people that use the park. Letting your dog run off-leash could expose them to fleas on prairie dogs that carry the plague or direct exposure to the remains of rodents killed by the plague. 3 men in eastern Colorado contracted plague from their dog earlier this year.
CSU Wrestler Drowns Tubing the Arkansas River Near Pueblo
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Colorado's rivers continue to run at at dangerously high and fast levels that can claim the lives of even the most fit among us.
Colorado's rivers continue to run at at dangerously high and fast levels that can claim the lives of even the most fit among us.
Black Bear Claws Through Tent and Bites Man at Ruedi Reservoir
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The man was sleeping in the tent with his wife and 1-year old. Food and trash was openly available at the camp site, this guy should be prosecuted for criminal negligence.
The man was sleeping in the tent with his wife and 1-year old. Food and trash was openly available at the camp site, this guy should be prosecuted for criminal negligence.
Saturday, June 27, 2015
2 Oregon Men Attacked by Beaver Are Hospitalized
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The first time I have seen a beaver attack reported in the news. The men climbed on top of the beaver's dam.
The first time I have seen a beaver attack reported in the news. The men climbed on top of the beaver's dam.
Friday, June 26, 2015
5 Construction Workers Injured by Lightning Strike in Colorado Springs
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The article doesn't say where they were, but I'll bet they were roofers. 3 were seriously injured and hospitalized.
The article doesn't say where they were, but I'll bet they were roofers. 3 were seriously injured and hospitalized.
Climber Injured Falling from First Flatiron in Boulder
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An out-of-state visitor free climbing - what could go wrong?
An out-of-state visitor free climbing - what could go wrong?
Thursday, June 25, 2015
Texas Mom Has Flesh-Eating Bacteria Enter Through Her Eye After Competing in a Mud Run
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Mud runs have become a big business in Texas and other southern states with several companies hosting races with 750,000 participants and making hundreds of millions in profit. In that context, this case of flesh-eating bacteria is very rare. Here is an in-depth article about the industry
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Mud runs have become a big business in Texas and other southern states with several companies hosting races with 750,000 participants and making hundreds of millions in profit. In that context, this case of flesh-eating bacteria is very rare. Here is an in-depth article about the industry
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Pueblo Teenager Struck By Lightning, 10 Years Later
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Directly hit in the head by lightning, she suffered partial paralysis and burns over the left side of her body. This news piece tells of her long journey back. Perhaps there is hope for the teen struck in Aurora a few months ago who is still in the hospital.
Directly hit in the head by lightning, she suffered partial paralysis and burns over the left side of her body. This news piece tells of her long journey back. Perhaps there is hope for the teen struck in Aurora a few months ago who is still in the hospital.
Delta County Sees First Case of Tularemia in 2015
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The wetter than normal conditions since 2013 has resulted in a bunny boom.
The wetter than normal conditions since 2013 has resulted in a bunny boom.
Wednesday, June 24, 2015
Young Moose Takes A Stroll Down Pearl Street Mall
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No there is not a new hip term for young college students in Boulder - it really was a moose.
No there is not a new hip term for young college students in Boulder - it really was a moose.
Video of Mountain Lion on Patio in Boulder
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This happens much more often than reported in the news.
This happens much more often than reported in the news.
Tuesday, June 23, 2015
Ex-Marine Identified as South Platte Drowning Victim
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The 8th drowning victim playing in Colorado's rivers this year. 14 people drowned in 2014.
The 8th drowning victim playing in Colorado's rivers this year. 14 people drowned in 2014.
Monday, June 22, 2015
Sunday, June 21, 2015
Jefferson County Recommends Deet for West Nile Protection
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The mosquitoes are thick in the foothills forests because of all the rain.
The mosquitoes are thick in the foothills forests because of all the rain.
Saturday, June 20, 2015
2 Weld County Men Diagnosed with Tularemia, 1 Hospitalized
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79 and 80 years old. Last month an elderly Boulder County resident had tularemia. All doing yard work. Rabbit nests or places where rabbits dig a hole to cool off can provide enough contaminated material to transmit the disease.
79 and 80 years old. Last month an elderly Boulder County resident had tularemia. All doing yard work. Rabbit nests or places where rabbits dig a hole to cool off can provide enough contaminated material to transmit the disease.
Owner Pays Fine for Letting Dog Off-Leash Attack Elk Calf
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The calf had to be put down because of its injuries. There is a culture in Steamboat Springs of letting your dogs run free that has led to many moose, elk and bear attacks on peoople.
The calf had to be put down because of its injuries. There is a culture in Steamboat Springs of letting your dogs run free that has led to many moose, elk and bear attacks on peoople.
Friday, June 19, 2015
Flooding Along South Platte River Closes Campgrounds and Recreational Areas
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Chatfield Reservoir is at a record high level.
Chatfield Reservoir is at a record high level.
54-Year Old Longmont Woman Drowns Floating the Gunnison River
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The river must be very rough as she was wearing a life vest and a helmet.
The river must be very rough as she was wearing a life vest and a helmet.
Thursday, June 18, 2015
Bear Attacking Injured Deer in Colorado Springs Video Goes Viral
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Interesting news piece also covers recent bear that got into a truck and an elk incident. Here is the video that went viral, not for the faint-of-heart.
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Bears will eat just about anything and they do include deer and elk fawns in their diet, so it is not surprising that this bear found an opportunity with an injured deer.
Interesting news piece also covers recent bear that got into a truck and an elk incident. Here is the video that went viral, not for the faint-of-heart.
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Bears will eat just about anything and they do include deer and elk fawns in their diet, so it is not surprising that this bear found an opportunity with an injured deer.
Tuesday, June 16, 2015
Sunday, June 14, 2015
Saturday, June 13, 2015
Flooding, Hail and Tornado Hit SE Colorado
Greeley Wastewater Injection Well Quiet 2 Months After Sealing Off Bottom of Well
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I certainly don't know the geometry of the fault that was activated by the wastewater inject but I doubt it is horizontal. Therefore, it will only be a matter of time before this well starts triggering quakes again.
I certainly don't know the geometry of the fault that was activated by the wastewater inject but I doubt it is horizontal. Therefore, it will only be a matter of time before this well starts triggering quakes again.
50th Anniversary of Biggest Flood in Colorado History
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This narrative gives an interesting account of the 16 foot wall of water that swept through Littleton after 14 inches of rain fell in 4 hours in the Plum Creek watershed near Castle Rock. It states that 28 people lost their lives (which I will have to check out) but the official death toll was 8. Chatfield Dam and Reservoir was constructed for flood control as a result of the 1965 flood, as was Bear Creek Dam. They have yet to be tested with a downpour anywhere near what happened in June, 1965.
This narrative gives an interesting account of the 16 foot wall of water that swept through Littleton after 14 inches of rain fell in 4 hours in the Plum Creek watershed near Castle Rock. It states that 28 people lost their lives (which I will have to check out) but the official death toll was 8. Chatfield Dam and Reservoir was constructed for flood control as a result of the 1965 flood, as was Bear Creek Dam. They have yet to be tested with a downpour anywhere near what happened in June, 1965.
Bear Finds Way Into Pickup Truck, Gets Locked In and Honks for Help
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The bear tore apart the truck trying to get out. Undoubtedly, there was some food in the truck. There is a history of similar events in the area between Larkspur and Colorado Springs in the past 5 years. Could it be the same bear?
The bear tore apart the truck trying to get out. Undoubtedly, there was some food in the truck. There is a history of similar events in the area between Larkspur and Colorado Springs in the past 5 years. Could it be the same bear?
Friday, June 12, 2015
NOAA Forecasts Moderate to Strong El Nino to Last Into Winter of 2015-16
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Not good news. We can expect more record rain, flooding, hail, tornadoes, and landslides. On the bright side, skiers might enjoy a 60 inch base on Halloween.
Not good news. We can expect more record rain, flooding, hail, tornadoes, and landslides. On the bright side, skiers might enjoy a 60 inch base on Halloween.
Thursday, June 11, 2015
New Tool Could Predict Solar Storms 24 Hours in Advance
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The only problem is this will be like hurricane evacuation orders, try and get people to shut down their electrical systems.
The only problem is this will be like hurricane evacuation orders, try and get people to shut down their electrical systems.
Snow Pack Way Above Normal in Colorado
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Potential for flooding in June. The 50th anniversary of the 1965 floods, biggest ever in Colorado, is the week of June 14.
Potential for flooding in June. The 50th anniversary of the 1965 floods, biggest ever in Colorado, is the week of June 14.
Wednesday, June 10, 2015
Tuesday, June 9, 2015
Berthoud Tornado Classified EF3
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A rare occurrence. Tornadoes are classified much like hurricanes on a scale of 0 to 5 but the wind speeds are not measured directly. A team of NOAA experts surveys the area of tornado touchdown immediately afterward and estimates wind speed from building and tree damage. EF3 is the strongest tornado that has been observed in Colorado with only 21 tornadoes that strong recorded since 1950 prior to this one.
A rare occurrence. Tornadoes are classified much like hurricanes on a scale of 0 to 5 but the wind speeds are not measured directly. A team of NOAA experts surveys the area of tornado touchdown immediately afterward and estimates wind speed from building and tree damage. EF3 is the strongest tornado that has been observed in Colorado with only 21 tornadoes that strong recorded since 1950 prior to this one.
Colorado Has a Ton of Volcanoes
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Some of the remnant hot spots could become active again. A volcano in Dotsero last erupted only 4,100 years ago.
Some of the remnant hot spots could become active again. A volcano in Dotsero last erupted only 4,100 years ago.
Monday, June 8, 2015
Saturday, June 6, 2015
Man Survives Lightning Strike in Colorado Springs Cricket Match
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Who would have ever guessed cricket being played in Colorado? May be the most exciting moment in cricket match history.
Who would have ever guessed cricket being played in Colorado? May be the most exciting moment in cricket match history.
4 Feet of Hail in Isolated One Block Area in Denver
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The video is incredibly unreal. Meteorologists actually have a classification for this - it is called plowable hail.
The video is incredibly unreal. Meteorologists actually have a classification for this - it is called plowable hail.
Friday, June 5, 2015
Wednesday, June 3, 2015
Teen in Austin Takes Lightning Bolt Through Refigerator
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A rare occurrence, a lightning bolt grounded through the entire electrical system in the house. This was in Texas but there have been 2 cases like this in Colorado in the past 60 years.
A rare occurrence, a lightning bolt grounded through the entire electrical system in the house. This was in Texas but there have been 2 cases like this in Colorado in the past 60 years.
Tuesday, June 2, 2015
Monday, June 1, 2015
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