Denver metro

Thunderstorms and rain caused nearly 800 flight delays and 27 cancellations at Denver International Airport (DIA) on Wednesday. The weather brought much-needed moisture to the Denver metro area but disrupted afternoon and evening flights.

Severe thunderstorms and flooding threats persist in Colorado Tuesday evening, with watches remaining until 8 pm and midnight for different regions. Wednesday will bring afternoon thunderstorms to the Denver metro and I-25 corridor, capable of heavy rain, flooding, and hail, followed by rising temperatures through the weekend.

Thornton police are investigating multiple break-ins linked to similar crimes across the Denver metro area. Officers responded to a report of vehicle trespassing and shots fired, finding evidence of broken-in vehicles and gunfire striking homes and cars. Suspects in dark clothing fled the scene, and no injuries were reported.

A heat advisory is in effect for the Denver metro area starting Sunday morning, with high temperatures reaching 98°F on Sunday and 100°F on Monday. The Front Range also faces an air quality alert through Sunday, while western Colorado experiences flood advisories and flash flood warnings. The heat dome will shift to Texas mid-week, bringing cooler temperatures but increased monsoon moisture and rain chances.

Colorado is experiencing record-breaking heat this weekend, with Denver temperatures expected to reach 99 degrees Sunday and Monday, approaching past records of 101°F (2019) and 105°F (2005). High pressure is causing dry conditions and an air quality alert, while a shift toward Texas will bring monsoonal moisture and cooler, wetter weather by midweek.

High temperatures in the upper 90s to near 100 degrees are expected across the Denver metro and I-25 corridor this week, with dry conditions and limited storm activity. Fire weather concerns remain elevated due to the prolonged heat and dryness, though widespread rainfall is unlikely.

A heat dome is causing dangerous triple-digit temperatures in Colorado, with extreme heat warnings for parts of the state and potential highs reaching 106°F. No rain is expected, and record-breaking heat is anticipated early next week due to a persistent high-pressure system.

Cities like Broomfield, Thornton, and Aurora proceeded with Fourth of July fireworks despite high fire danger, implementing safety measures such as site preparation, debris-limiting fireworks, and deploying firefighting resources. Decisions involved collaboration between fire officials, pyrotechnicians, and city leaders to ensure safety during the displays.

Law enforcement agencies in the Denver metro area are using drones during the Fourth of July weekend to address illegal fireworks complaints. Wheat Ridge and Northglenn Police Departments deploy drones for surveillance and location identification, while Commerce City allows legal fireworks sales until 11 p.m. on July 3 and 4. A local fireworks vendor emphasizes safety education for customers.

Denver metro firefighters are responding to two wildfires across the state as hot, dry conditions increase fire danger. The situation highlights elevated fire risk due to ongoing dry weather.

Sunny skies in the Denver metro will turn smoky as brisk winds increase fire danger in the mountains. The smoky conditions are expected to persist through the day with high fire risk in mountain areas.

Denver is experiencing a very hot week with smoky skies and increased mountain fire weather. Red Flag Warnings are in effect for Sunday afternoon in the high country and lower foothills west and south of the Denver metro.

Denver metro and eastern plains in Colorado are under a severe thunderstorm watch through Wednesday, with potential for large hail, damaging winds, and tornadoes. Smoky skies from Utah wildfires combined with rising temperatures and moisture are fueling the storms, which are expected to develop Tuesday afternoon and persist into the evening.

Two Denver metro families in Commerce City and Lakewood experienced vehicle crashes that damaged their homes over the weekend. A suspected drunk driver crashed into a Commerce City home, injuring one family member, while another driver in Lakewood smashed through a garage, prompting calls for traffic safety measures like speed humps and stop signs.

AI-powered robots at Denver's Republic Services recycling facility are improving efficiency by sorting materials faster than humans, reducing waste by 25 tons daily, and allowing workers to transition to more technical roles. The facility, serving Denver and surrounding areas, uses Glacier's AI robots that handle 60-70 pick-ups per minute. A new AI-only recycling facility is being built in Commerce City.

Colorado faces high fire danger with Red Flag Warnings in effect for most of the state except the Denver metro and Eastern Plains, alongside severe storm risks including heavy rain, hail, and potential tornadoes. Temperatures are expected to reach the mid-90s in the Denver metro, with gusty winds up to 45 mph increasing fire risks in the mountains.