National Forest Service
Coverage of National Forest Service in the Nexus archive.
- Fast-moving wildfire forces evacuations in Archuleta County
A fast-moving wildfire, the Rio Blanco fire, has forced mandatory evacuations in Archuleta County, Colorado, affecting residents near County Road 335. Firefighters are deploying ground and aerial resources to contain the 120-acre blaze, with no reported injuries or structural damage. Evacuees are directed to Pagosa Springs High School and other designated shelters.
- Chaffee County Sheriff's Office searching for suspects after attempted arson near National Forest land
The Chaffee County Sheriff's Office is investigating an attempted arson along County Road 390 near Clear Creek Reservoir, where three trees were burned using gasoline as an accelerant. The fire was extinguished before reaching a suspended plastic container on a third tree, and authorities are urging the public to report suspicious activity.
- Suspected arsonist sought in attempted Chaffee County forest fire: CCSO
Law enforcement in Chaffee County, Colorado, is seeking a suspected arsonist after firefighters discovered burned trees and evidence of an intentionally set fire west of Clear Creek Reservoir on June 14. The Chaffee County Sheriff's Office confirmed the investigation into the incident, which occurred in a National Forest Service area.