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#BlackForestFire Updates, Tuesday 6/18/13

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The latest home assessment shows 509 homes lost, 28 with partial damage, and 3656 appear unaffected. Those numbers are likely to change. The fire remains 85% contained, with 14,280 acres burned. Total cost to-date is just over $7 million.

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#BlackForestFire Burglary Reports Remain at Four; DA Vows Tough Stance

On June 17, 2013 By

More residents under mandatory evacuation orders due to the Black Forest Fire were able to return home today and Incident Commander Rich Harvey declared the blaze 75% contained. As KRCC’s Andrea Chalfin reports, even as thousands return home, the number of burglaries reported remains at four.

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#BlackForestFire Updates, Monday 6/17/13

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From today’s press conference: The fire is now 75% contained. As of 8 PM, new areas are downgraded from mandatory evacuation status to pre-evacuation status. List is inside this post. The El Paso County Health Department has set up this page for safe cleanup information, but advises contacting insurance companies prior to begin cleanup. Updated home assessment: lost 502, partial damage 18, appears unaffected 3651. Information is subject to change as assessments continue.

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#RoyalGorgeFire is 100% Contained

On June 16, 2013 By

Officials announced around 6:30 Sunday evening that the Royal Gorge Fire near Cañon City is now 100% contained. Smoke may still be visible due to interior pockets of unburned fuel inside the containment lines, but crews finished mopping up the perimeter today. Command control will transition back to local departments at 6 am. The [...]

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#BlackForestFire Updates, Sunday, 6/16/13

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Containment is at 65%. Sheriff Terry Maketa has released four more areas from mandatory evacuation to pre-evacuation status; details inside. Next news conference is at 11:15 Monday.

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#BlackForestFire : Some Evac Notices Downgraded, Audio from Press Briefing

On June 15, 2013 By

The following are downgraded from mandatory to pre-evacuation status:

Howells Rd. (south of Crosslen Lane)
Rainbow Ln.
Crosslen Ln.
Ford Dr.
Lepprechun Ln.
Timber Ln.
Timberlane Ct.
Creekview Rd.
High Meadows Ln.

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#BlackForestFire Updates, Saturday, 6/15/13

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Containment is at 55%. Some areas are opening up as of 8 PM to a pre-evacuation notice: The area north of Hodgen Rd. and west of Black Forest Rd., and areas north of Walker Rd. High Forest Ranch will also be downgraded to preevacuation status. Access is from the north. Highway 83, Walker Road, and Meridian Road are still closed. El Paso County has released updated assessments of homes: 483 total loss, 17 partial damage, 3451 appear unaffected. Our notes follow:

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#BlackForestFire Updates, Friday 6/14/13

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The fire is 30% contained, says Incident Commander Rich Harvey. The count of houses lost is now 419. There is a community meeting at Palmer Ridge High School, Saturday morning at 10 AM for residents.

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#BlackForestFire El Paso County Home Assessments as of 10 PM, 6/13/13

On June 14, 2013 By

The El Paso County Sheriff’s Department has released a new list of damaged properties in the Black Forest Fire, as of 10 PM Thursday night. The count now stands at 379 houses lost, nine partially damaged and 1,813 unaffected.They caution the information is subject to change.

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#RoyalGorgeFire Update, US 50 Opens, Evacuations Lifted to Pre-Evac, 40% Contained

On June 14, 2013 By

U.S. 50 has reopened, and all evacuated residents are allowed home. Officials say those residents will remain on a pre-evacuation notice, pending fire conditions. The Royal Gorge Tourist Train can begin running again, once the railway determines they’re ready. River access on the closed sections of the Arkansas River will be re-evaluated on Friday. Containment of the fire is listed at 40%.

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#BlackForestFire : Thursday Recap

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News was mixed during the Thursday afternoon press conference for the Black Forest Fire. Officials declared the blaze at 5% containment, but they also announced that two people perished in the fire. KRCC’s Andrea Chalfin reports.

El Paso County Sheriff Terry Maketa says the two people who lost their lives had been working to evacuate [...]

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#RoyalGorgeFire Updates, Thursday 06/13/13

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The fire is 20% contained as of 9:30 this morning, though officials expect high fire activity today. Areas of the fire are burning in fuels that are 20-30% beetle-killed trees. The cause remains under investigation. As of last night, about 20 structures have been lost.

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#BlackForestFire Updates, Thursday 06/13/13

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Next press briefing is scheduled for 5 PM. 360 homes are complete losses, 1205 homes unaffected, 79 could not verify, 14 partially damaged. Estimated acreage burned is 15,000. El Paso County Disaster Assistance Center is open at the Citizen Service Center on Garden of the Gods Road. Expecting a red flag day, no containment to report.

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#RoyalGorgeFire Latest

On June 12, 2013 By

As of 10:15 PM Tuesday night, officials estimate the Royal Gorge Fire at 3800 acres, with 0% containment. Evacuations include south of US 50 to Canon City; west from Canon City to Parkdale; east from County Road 3A. Red Cross shelter is located at Evangelical Free Church, Canon City. At least three structures have been lost. The fire jumped the Arkansas River canyon, and is within a quarter mile of US Hwy 50 in some areas. Power outages north of Canon City are affecting 350 customers.

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Healthy Conversations: Summer Safety

On June 7, 2013 By

As the temperatures stay consistently warm, summer activities abound. This month’s Healthy Conversation features a few topics on summer safety. Lt. Col. Steven Tobler is Chief of Preventative Medicine at Evans Army Community Hospital at Fort Carson. We start by talking about some of the most common safety issues when it comes to summertime.

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Western Skies: June 2013, “Military”

On June 2, 2013 By

Colorado is no stranger to the military. From active bases to a large veteran population, many residents of the state have some kind of association with the armed services. This month for Western Skies, we’re exploring some of those relationships.

You can listen to the entire episode here, or download it by right-clicking [...]

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Flash Flood Risk Analysis of the Waldo Canyon Burn Scar - Map of Manitou Springs, from El Paso County Sheriff's Office

Preliminary Flash Flood Risk Analysis Released

On May 28, 2013 By

Colorado Springs, Manitou Springs, and El Paso County officials released a new preliminary flash flood risk analysis today for areas in and near the Waldo Canyon burn scar. The report models a specific rain event that has about a 10% chance of occurring in any given year. Patty Baxter with the El Paso County Office [...]

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Colorado Springs to Issue More Sandbags Today

On May 23, 2013 By

The Colorado Springs Office of Emergency Management is offering another round of free sandbags today to residents affected by potential flooding, starting at 5 PM.

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Healthy Conversations: Mental Health

On May 17, 2013 By

May is Mental Health Awareness month, and it’s an issue that affects one in four Americans. For this month’s Healthy Conversation, KRCC’s Andrea Chalfin is joined by Lieutenant Colonel Chuck Weber, Chief of Behavioral Health at Evans Army Community Hospital at Fort Carson, to talk about some of the programs and strategies they use [...]

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Flood Meeting Scheduled for Mountain Shadows Residents; City to Distribute More Sandbags

On May 6, 2013 By

Residents of Mountain Shadows and others are invited to an informational meeting Tuesday, May 7th. The meeting is expected to address updated information regarding the increased flood risk and the city’s planned response to a potential flash flooding. Presenters are planning to spend the first half focusing specifically on risk in the Mountain Shadows [...]

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Flooding: Yes, it Does Matter How you Arrange Those Sandbags

On May 3, 2013 By

Dr. David Rosgen of Wildland Hydrology presented a regional study yesterday, looking at how water, sediment, and debris is predicted to flow along the Waldo Canyon burn scar. It’s called a Watershed Assessment of River Stability and Sediment Supply, or WARSSS. During the presentation, Rosgen said it’ll take the better part of a century [...]

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Seminars in Chaffee County to Address Wildfire Preparedness

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Residents of Chaffee County are invited to Wildfire Preparedness Seminars, put on by Colorado State Forest Sevice, Salida District. The meetings are expected to focus on topics including this year’s wildland fire forecasts, homeowner mitigation tips, and evacuation plans during an incident. Tonight’s meeting is at the Salida Steam Plant Annex. Tomorrow’s meeting takes [...]

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Flash Point: Living with Wildfire

On April 27, 2013 By

In the wake of last year’s destructive wildfires, Colorado’s residents, scientists, and government officials have been working hard to manage the ongoing threat. We’re not only mitigating our landscapes; we’re adapting our very understanding of what it means to reside within reach of mountain forests. Join KRCC News for “Flash Point,” a special series [...]

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Journalist Michael Hastings Dies In Car Crash At Age 33
June 18, 2013 | NPR · The journalist whose candid interviews of Gen. Stanley McChrystal led to the officer’s eventual removal from his post has died in a car crash, according to reports.
 

Amazon Cuts Ties In Minnesota Ahead Of New Sales Tax
June 18, 2013 | NPR · Amazon ends the contracts of people and businesses that are paid for sending customers to the retailer. The company has taken similar steps in other states that have passed laws like Minnesota’s new sales tax legislation.
 

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Boehner Seeks To Reassure House GOP On Immigration
June 18, 2013 | NPR · House Speaker John Boehner strongly suggested he would abide by the Hastert rule on immigration legislation, meaning no floor vote unless a majority of House Republicans backed the bill.
 

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Stalking The Elusive, Worthy Apricot
June 19, 2013 | NPR · Apricots are the finest of summer’s fruits, with dense, juicy flesh and delicate, velvety skins. That’s why it is so disheartening when you bite into one, only to find it is mealy and flavorless. To find the best ones, head to your local farmers market.
 

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In NYC, A Play Festival Spotlights Stories Of Disability
June 18, 2013 | NPR · Now in its third year, the “… Our Parts” festival at Theater Breaking Through Barriers runs through June 28. Here and across the country, artists with disabilities are making drama (and comedy) in illuminating ways.
 

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Change Is On The Horizon For London’s Famous Skyline
June 18, 2013 | NPR · The city of London boasts centuries of architectural history. But a building boom is threatening the city’s traditionally low-rise aesthetic and the views of some of that history. Critics — including UNESCO — are very worried about London’s changing skyline.
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Kanye’s ‘Yeezus’ Packs A Bite
June 18, 2013 | NPR · After months of speculation, West’s latest album reveals itself as a trim, 10-song, 40-minute effort that’s heavy on electronic and industrial influences. It’s also another piece of the puzzle to one of pop music’s most compelling — and frustrating — figures.
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Pickwick On World Cafe
June 18, 2013 | WXPN · Hear three songs from Pickwick’s debut album — and the story behind the Seattle band’s reinvention.
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Summer Music Preview: Kanye, Neko Case, No Age, More
June 18, 2013 | NPR · On this week’s All Songs Considered, we hear a preview of some of the albums we’re most excited about this summer. A rotating cast of NPR Music team folks join hosts Bob Boilen and Robin Hilton to talk about new music from Kanye West, Neko Case, No Age and more.
 

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