Fire threats stay high as temperatures soar Thursday; signs of change by the 4th

Fire danger remains high in southern Colorado due to soaring temperatures, low humidity, and strong winds, with Red Flag Warnings in effect Thursday. Smoke from the Aspen Acres fire is expected to thicken near I-25, and an Air Quality Alert is active. A slight cooldown and potential thunderstorms are forecast for July 4th, though fire threats persist through Friday.