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Another expensive rescue of people not equipped or prepared for known conditions.
Wednesday, May 31, 2017
Grand Mesa Weather Station Records 34 Feet of Snow for Sept Thru May
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Looks like Grand Junction's water supply is in good shape.
Looks like Grand Junction's water supply is in good shape.
Tuesday, May 30, 2017
Hiker From Arizona Found Dead on Maroon Bells Trail
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The rail was covered in deep snow. The man probably died of exposure.
The rail was covered in deep snow. The man probably died of exposure.
Monday, May 29, 2017
Tubing Banned on St Vrain River Over Holiday Weekend
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Officials are being proactive after the past few years' spring high water caused many drownings.
Officials are being proactive after the past few years' spring high water caused many drownings.
Tree Breaks Rock Climber's Long Fall in Boulder Canyon
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Would have been much worse if not for the tree limb.
Would have been much worse if not for the tree limb.
Sunday, May 28, 2017
Bears Getting Active in Glenwood Springs
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Glenwood has had a problem for years because trash bins are outside and not bear-proof.
Glenwood has had a problem for years because trash bins are outside and not bear-proof.
Saturday, May 27, 2017
Tick Population in Colorado Expected to Be Largest in Decades
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Carriers of Colorado and Rocky Mountain tick fever, tularemia.
Carriers of Colorado and Rocky Mountain tick fever, tularemia.
Friday, May 26, 2017
Deer With Chronic Wasting Disease Found in Nucla
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Background radiation weakens immune system?
Background radiation weakens immune system?
Wednesday, May 24, 2017
Late Snowfall Extends Season for Aspen, A-Basin
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Aspen open through Memorial Day. A-Basin open till June 11.
Aspen open through Memorial Day. A-Basin open till June 11.
May 8 Hailstorm Most Costly in Colorado History
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Just on the basis of claims processed so far, it exceeds the damage done by the previous record July, 1990 storm. Looks like the 200,000 claims yet to be processed and commercial damages will put the final tally over $2 billion.
Just on the basis of claims processed so far, it exceeds the damage done by the previous record July, 1990 storm. Looks like the 200,000 claims yet to be processed and commercial damages will put the final tally over $2 billion.
Bear Rips Rear Bumper Off Dougnut Delivery Car in Steamboat Springs
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The bear failed to get in. The title of the article is "Apparently Bears Like Doughnuts Just as Much as Cops".
The bear failed to get in. The title of the article is "Apparently Bears Like Doughnuts Just as Much as Cops".
Tuesday, May 23, 2017
Burglar in Steamboat Springs Evades Police by Jumping Into Yampa River - Drowns
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Snowmelt makes water temperatures 40 degrees or less - the 22-year old probably was unable to swim within 30 seconds.
Snowmelt makes water temperatures 40 degrees or less - the 22-year old probably was unable to swim within 30 seconds.
Monday, May 22, 2017
Sunday, May 21, 2017
Officials Warn Parents: Keep Kids Away from High Water in Streams
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2 boys playing on the banks drowned in the Big Thompson River last year.
2 boys playing on the banks drowned in the Big Thompson River last year.
Saturday, May 20, 2017
86 Year-Old Hiker Dies After Falling Off Cliff in Bear Creek Park, Colorado Springs
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A young boy suffered the same fate at the same location a few months ago.
A young boy suffered the same fate at the same location a few months ago.
Rockslide Blocks One Lane of Hwy 50 in Canon City
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The recent snowstorm is likely to lead to a number of rock slides in the next few days.
The recent snowstorm is likely to lead to a number of rock slides in the next few days.
Friday, May 19, 2017
Thursday, May 18, 2017
Severe Weather Continues Assault on Front Range
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After last week's devastating hail storm, this morning 2-3" of heavy wet snow has accumulated with 8-12" predicted for today and 3-5" tommorrow in the foothills. Tree limbs are starting to come down.
After last week's devastating hail storm, this morning 2-3" of heavy wet snow has accumulated with 8-12" predicted for today and 3-5" tommorrow in the foothills. Tree limbs are starting to come down.
Wednesday, May 17, 2017
Backcountry Skiers Narrowly Escape Rockfall and Avalanche on Naked Lady Couloir
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A video released by the Colorado Avalanche Information Center.
A video released by the Colorado Avalanche Information Center.
Damage From Hail Storm Will Keep Colorado Mills Mall Closed Until November
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I wonder if insurance will cover business losses for 6 months of closure. If not, Greg Stephenson can expect some lawsuits coming his way.
I wonder if insurance will cover business losses for 6 months of closure. If not, Greg Stephenson can expect some lawsuits coming his way.
Tuesday, May 16, 2017
Sunday, May 14, 2017
2nd Rabid Dog Found in Yuma County
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Looks like an epidemic outbreak of rabies this year. Pets, horses and farm animals are at risk.
Looks like an epidemic outbreak of rabies this year. Pets, horses and farm animals are at risk.
Saturday, May 13, 2017
Bear Gets Into Subaru Near Durango, Destroys Interior, Honks Horn
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Th owner of the car claims the doors were locked and no food was inside - was a window left open? Subarus are the most common vehicle broken into by bears.
Th owner of the car claims the doors were locked and no food was inside - was a window left open? Subarus are the most common vehicle broken into by bears.
Encounters With Juvenile Mountain Lions on Durango Trails
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Juveniles are regularly spotted in Colorado during the spring months as they leave their mother and seek to establish their own territory.
Juveniles are regularly spotted in Colorado during the spring months as they leave their mother and seek to establish their own territory.
Dog Infected With Rabies Found in Weld County
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The rabies vacination program in Colorado has been very effective. This is the first case of rabies reported in a Colorado dog since 1974. A dog from Texas visting Colorado was treated for rabies in 2003.
The rabies vacination program in Colorado has been very effective. This is the first case of rabies reported in a Colorado dog since 1974. A dog from Texas visting Colorado was treated for rabies in 2003.
Friday, May 12, 2017
CDOT Blasts Loose Rock Off Cliff Face on I-70 Near Dumont
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A preventative measure for rockslides that can save lives.
A preventative measure for rockslides that can save lives.
Thursday, May 11, 2017
Vehicle Severely Damaged After Hitting Deer on I-76
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Wildlife are starting their migration to the high country - be aware.
Wildlife are starting their migration to the high country - be aware.
The Side-Effects of Being Hit By Lightning
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Neuorological damage can take 10 years or more to heal.
Neuorological damage can take 10 years or more to heal.
Insurance Claims for Hail Damage Skyrocket After Front Range Hail Storm
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State Farm alone reports 3,200 house claims and 12,000 vehicle claims so far. Losses will be in the hundreds of millions.
State Farm alone reports 3,200 house claims and 12,000 vehicle claims so far. Losses will be in the hundreds of millions.
Wednesday, May 10, 2017
Tuesday, May 9, 2017
Re-Post: How To Avoid Being Hit by Lightning
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Add to this list the recent tragedy of riding a horse in open field with lightning in the area.
Add to this list the recent tragedy of riding a horse in open field with lightning in the area.
Woman Struck By Lightning in Highlands Ranch
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Unfortunately, this woman did all the wrong things with lightning in the area. She sought shelter under a large isolated tree, leaned against the tree while holding metal objects ( a lawn chair and umbrella ). Along with the electrical field of her own body, this created an attractive lightning rod.
Unfortunately, this woman did all the wrong things with lightning in the area. She sought shelter under a large isolated tree, leaned against the tree while holding metal objects ( a lawn chair and umbrella ). Along with the electrical field of her own body, this created an attractive lightning rod.
Monday, May 8, 2017
Golfball-Sized Hail Destroys My Daughter's Car in Golden
Blasted out the rear window, broke off a windshield wiper, damaged a rear view mirror and dents all over. Over $2,000 in damages.
Lightning Strikes Horse Riders in Sedalia
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A 37 year-old woman and the horse she was riding on were killed by the lightning strike. A 15 year-old girl was also struck, found unconscious and rushed to the hospital in serious condition.
A 37 year-old woman and the horse she was riding on were killed by the lightning strike. A 15 year-old girl was also struck, found unconscious and rushed to the hospital in serious condition.
Sunday, May 7, 2017
Teenager Rock Scrambling in RMNP, Pinned by Boulder, Requires 15 Man Rescue Team and Helicopter
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A pair of backpackers from Tennessee, probably their first time in Rocky Mountain National Park. The vast majority of incidents in RMNP are out-of-state visitors, not educated on what the natural hazards are, or how to deal with them. A very expensive rescue effort - will they be billed for it? Did they have a permit? A diificult issue to confront - total freedom versus being held accountable for ignorance of the issues. Permits are required for overnight backpacking. Maybe a permit should be coupled with a requirement for a 1 or 2 hour video that educates on recognizing backcountry hazards (rockfall, exposure on steep slopes, icy trail conditions, avalanches, severe weather, lightning, wildlife encounters, snakes, rodents, tick fevers) and appropriate ways to avoid putting oneself or their dogs at risk and how to deal with hazardous conditions when encountered.
A pair of backpackers from Tennessee, probably their first time in Rocky Mountain National Park. The vast majority of incidents in RMNP are out-of-state visitors, not educated on what the natural hazards are, or how to deal with them. A very expensive rescue effort - will they be billed for it? Did they have a permit? A diificult issue to confront - total freedom versus being held accountable for ignorance of the issues. Permits are required for overnight backpacking. Maybe a permit should be coupled with a requirement for a 1 or 2 hour video that educates on recognizing backcountry hazards (rockfall, exposure on steep slopes, icy trail conditions, avalanches, severe weather, lightning, wildlife encounters, snakes, rodents, tick fevers) and appropriate ways to avoid putting oneself or their dogs at risk and how to deal with hazardous conditions when encountered.
Saturday, May 6, 2017
Colorado's Mom on a Mission to Save Lives After Son's Drowning
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Colorado's high country lakes have very cold water that can incapacitate the strongest swimmers in just a few minutes.
Colorado's high country lakes have very cold water that can incapacitate the strongest swimmers in just a few minutes.
Friday, May 5, 2017
New Tick-Borne Disease Powassan Not in Colorado
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Just a notice to those that vacation in the Great Lakes Region or East Coast. A nasty neurological disease, it has no known successful treatment.
Just a notice to those that vacation in the Great Lakes Region or East Coast. A nasty neurological disease, it has no known successful treatment.
Helicopters Start Dropping Bombs on Snowy Independence Pass
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Boys and their toys. Avalanche control before clearing the highway over the pass.
Boys and their toys. Avalanche control before clearing the highway over the pass.
Thursday, May 4, 2017
Hantavirus Case Reported in Garfield County
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Unidentifed person was treated and released from the hospital. 1 out of 3 hantavirus cases are fatal.
Unidentifed person was treated and released from the hospital. 1 out of 3 hantavirus cases are fatal.
Boulder Skier Missing At Loveland Found Dead
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59 year-old man is the 15th skier to die at Colorado ski areas this season.
59 year-old man is the 15th skier to die at Colorado ski areas this season.
Another Small Quake Near Rangely, 3.2
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This is the 2nd quake in a week in the same location 4 miles NW of Rangely in the middle of an oil and gas well development. Starting to look like a wastewater injection well may be the cause of these quakes.
This is the 2nd quake in a week in the same location 4 miles NW of Rangely in the middle of an oil and gas well development. Starting to look like a wastewater injection well may be the cause of these quakes.
Wednesday, May 3, 2017
Monday, May 1, 2017
Tick Season Is Here
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Tips for you and your dogs. Possible transmission of Rocky Mountain spotted tick fever, Colorado tick fever and tularemia.
Tips for you and your dogs. Possible transmission of Rocky Mountain spotted tick fever, Colorado tick fever and tularemia.
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