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The heat is on, the fire danger is high!

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July 1, 9:14 AM

by Tony Hake, Denver Weather Examiner

A grass fire near Wiggins quickly consumed
2,500 acres on Monday. Photo courtesy
KMGH Channel 7.

As we head into the hot days of summer, the lack of moisture begins to drive the fire danger up. Tuesday we are expecting highs temperatures to reach 93 in the Denver metro area before a brief cool down begins but by Saturday those temps will be back up to the mid-90's.

Much of the western slope once again finds itself under Red Flag Warnings. Frisco in Summit County and Guffey in Park County have recently battled small blazes. With the long holiday weekend approaching, lots of folks will be heading to the high country. More people means there is a greater chance for fire so everyone should be careful.

Closer to the Front Range, while we are not currently under any fire related advisories, we are still very dry and the danger exists. Just yesterday a grass fire near Wiggins quickly blew up and consumed 2,500 acres and took six hours to contain.

Please be aware of the danger and leave the fireworks to the pros!

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October 11th & 12th – This weekend in Denver weather history

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October 12, 1:59 AM

Wind, snow, rain and severe cold - Denver has seen it all on October 11th and 12th on these dates in Denver weather history. 1901 – From the 11th to the 12th a code front produced sustained winds to 23 mph. Rain on the 11th changed... Read More
Topics: weather history

Discovery Channel’s Storm Chasers to premiere October 19th

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October 11, 3:55 AM

Just announced! The Discovery Channel’s Storm Chasers second season will premiere on Sunday, October 19th. For those that haven’t seen this show before, it is absolutely incredible as you follow a group of chasers trying to... Read More
Topics: severe weather , tornado , storm chasers

Big changes - Denver's first snow of the season on its way

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October 10, 3:42 PM

We knew the warm weather couldn't last forever! Arriving very close to the average date of Denver's first snowfall (the 19th), we are all set to start seeing some of the white stuff this weekend. Friday night - Some isolated rain showers will... Read More
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October 10 - Today in Denver weather history

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October 10, 7:47 AM

Snow is the dominant story for October 10th as we look back in the weather history books. In a bit of a coincidence, we are expected to get our first snow of the season starting tomorrow.In 1949 – Boulder was hit by what was believed to be... Read More
Topics: weather history

Scared of the weather? You’re not alone!

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October 9, 12:58 PM

As recently reported in the Washington Times, if you find yourself suffering anxiety or fear from hurricanes, tornadoes or other weather phenomena, you are not alone. In 2006 researches at the University of Iowa surveyed 139 adults. Of those... Read More
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October 9 - Today in Denver weather history

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October 9, 7:17 AM

Three years ago today a major winter storm brought big time snow to the metro area and caused a good deal of damage. In 1910 - Smoke from mountain forest fires made its way into Denver.In 1982 - Stapleton International Airport measured wind gusts... Read More
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The Colorado Weather Almanac – The best book about Colorado weather

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October 8, 11:29 AM

The Colorado Weather Almanac came out last year and I have added this to my short list of “must read” books for anyone interested in weather, particularly for those in Colorado. Everyone here in Colorado is well aware of the author,... Read More
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October 8 - Today in Denver weather history

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October 8, 6:13 AM

Big time wind and snow are on the historical weather calendar for October 8th. The snow in particular is noteworthy as it appears we are heading to our first snow of the season this weekend.In 1990 – From the 7th to the 8th, the first snow... Read More
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October 7 - Today in Denver weather history

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October 7, 10:37 AM

Snow and wind dominate a look back at Denver’s weather history for October 7th.In 1903 – 40 mph winds gusting to 48 mph were recorded.In 1917 – A rather varied day in terms of weather as 45 mph winds gusting to 52 mph were recorded. ... Read More
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