Custer counties
Coverage of Custer counties in the Nexus archive.
- Gov. Polis requests major disaster declaration for Aspen Acres Fire
Colorado Governor Jared Polis requested a major disaster declaration for two wildfires—the Aspen Acres Fire and Gold Mountain Fire—which burned over 140,000 acres across Pueblo and Custer counties. The request seeks federal aid from FEMA to address recovery efforts, including individual assistance, public assistance, and hazard mitigation funding. These requests also account for flooding and debris following the fires.
- Heat, wind expected to intensify Colorado wildfires as Aspen Acres nears 100,000 acres
The Aspen Acres fire in Pueblo and Custer counties remains Colorado's largest wildfire at 98,609 acres, with heat and wind expected to intensify the situation. Crews are also combating fires near Ouray, Leadville, and Dolores.
- 10 days into battling Aspen Acres Fire, flash flood risk adds new concern for firefighters, front line crews
Firefighters battling the Aspen Acres Fire in Colorado face new flash flood risks after 10 days of operations. Heavy rainfall could create dangerous runoff on fire-damaged, hydrophobic soil, threatening crew safety and equipment. Officials are monitoring conditions but have not yet evacuated personnel from the fireline.