SECURITYJul 9 · 00:07 UTCKMGH DENVER7Veronica Acosta

10 days into battling Aspen Acres Fire, flash flood risk adds new concern for firefighters, front line crews

Firefighters battling the Aspen Acres Fire in Colorado face new flash flood risks after 10 days of operations. Heavy rainfall could create dangerous runoff on fire-damaged, hydrophobic soil, threatening crew safety and equipment. Officials are monitoring conditions but have not yet evacuated personnel from the fireline.

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