Eastern Colorado
Coverage of Eastern Colorado in the Nexus archive.
- Thunderstorm chances decrease on Monday as high pressure shifts west
Following a Flash Flood Emergency due to heavy rainfall this weekend, severe thunderstorms are possible tonight across several areas including Eastern Colorado and the Pikes Peak Region. Starting Monday, high pressure shifts west, causing storm chances to decrease significantly in southern Colorado. The forecast indicates a general warming trend followed by a cold front arriving Tuesday night.
- Balanced Stewardship of the Land to Save the Prairie
The article discusses the need to preserve vast prairie ecosystems, which are often threatened by conversion to commodity farming. To address this, The Nature Conservancy partnered with a rancher to operate Way Back Fox Ranch in eastern Colorado. This location showcases diverse wildlife and complex geology, incorporating cattle into its conservation plan.
- Eastern Colorado farmers brace for worst wheat harvest since 1965
Eastern Colorado farmers are preparing for the worst wheat harvest since 1965 due to significantly reduced precipitation this year. The region has received only about half of its typical rainfall, leading farmers to make difficult decisions.