Mesa County Sheriff's Office

The Mesa County Sheriff's Office responded to a downed small engine aircraft in a remote area between Whitewater and Gateway. Two individuals survived the crash and walked away.

A small plane crash occurred in a remote area south of Grand Junction, Colorado, but both people aboard walked away and were transported to a hospital. The Federal Aviation Administration and National Transportation Safety Board are investigating the incident, which happened around 4:40 p.m. on Friday near Highway 141 between Whitewater and Gateway.

Human remains consumed by a bear were discovered on Grand Mesa in Colorado, prompting an investigation by Mesa County authorities. The cause of death remains undetermined, and officials urge the public to follow bear safety guidelines to prevent conflicts.

Human remains found on Grand Mesa were consumed by a bear and scattered by wildlife, prompting an investigation by Mesa County authorities. The cause of death remains undetermined, and Colorado Parks and Wildlife provided guidelines for preventing bear conflicts.

Human remains were discovered on Grand Mesa, potentially consumed by a bear, prompting an investigation by the Mesa County Sheriff's Office near the Wild Rose Picnic Area.

120 people, six dogs, and one cat were rescued from the Colorado River area as the Snyder Fire approached, using a combination of jet boats and Union Pacific Railroad high-rail trucks. Mesa County Search and Rescue officials called the operation their most complex rescue ever, highlighting teamwork and quick coordination.

The Lower Valley Fire District and the Mesa County Sheriff's Office have announced ways for community members to support firefighters and those affected by the Snyder Mesa Fire. The initiatives aim to provide assistance to emergency responders and individuals impacted by the incident.

Multiple wildfires near the Colorado-Utah border have prompted pre-evacuation orders and road closures in Mesa County. The largest fire, the Jones Fire, burned 1,450 acres, while the Snyder Mesa fire grew to 100 acres. A statewide air quality alert was issued for several counties due to wildfire smoke.