SECURITYJul 20 · 00:00 UTCKOAA NBC5 COLORADO SPRINGSAdria Iraheta

Stuck in a missile silo? Expect a hefty rescue bill from Arapahoe County

Arapahoe County is imposing a $5,000 fee per person for rescues in abandoned missile silos after five incidents in two years, including two in July. The Sable Altura Fire District described the rescues as dangerous due to hazards like cave-like darkness, toxic gases, and limited communication, with a 2024 near-fatal accident highlighting the risks.

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