Fremont County

Mandatory evacuation orders remain in effect in Fremont County due to the Aspen Acres Fire, with evacuees like Tammy Byrum and Stephanie Vankomen sharing their experiences of leaving their homes. The fire has pushed northward, causing smoke and road closures, though evacuees express hope for recovery and rebuilding.

Fremont County Sheriff's Office warns residents about scam calls falsely claiming evacuation orders for the Aspen Acres fire. Residents are advised to rely on official emergency notifications.

Southern Colorado faces ongoing fire threats due to scorching summer heat and wind, with multiple wildfires burning in the western slope and Custer County. Drought conditions in mountain zones and recent dry weather have created a tinderbox, leading to health warnings about smoke exposure and temperatures reaching the 90s to triple digits.

Evacuation orders have been issued for residents in the High Park area of Fremont County, Colorado, about nine miles southwest of Cripple Creek. The Fremont County Sheriff's Office ordered evacuations within a one and quarter mile radius of the intersection of High Park Road and County Road 352A due to a fire.

A new wildfire is burning in Fremont County, specifically south of Guffey, with firefighting crews en route. Multiple wildfires are active in Colorado under Red Flag Warnings, but no evacuations have been ordered. Counties including Custer, El Paso, Fremont, and Teller use Everbridge for emergency alerts.

Southern Colorado faces extreme heat and high fire danger this weekend due to strong winds, low humidity, and triple-digit temperatures. Red Flag Warnings are in effect for most areas west of I-25, with gusts up to 55 mph in mountain regions. Fire weather watches are posted for Fremont and Teller counties, with hot and gusty conditions expected to persist through next week.

Prosecutor Lindsey Blake dismissed misdemeanor drug charges against Olympian skier Bode Miller despite initial probable cause for his arrest on June 6 in Fremont County, Idaho. Miller claimed he was unaware of drugs his companion possessed, and Blake cited new information related to another active case as the reason for dismissal. Another individual was also charged with the same offenses.

Severe storms are expected today in Southern Colorado, particularly in areas west of Interstate 25, including Chaffee, Saguache, and Fremont counties. The storms are predicted to occur from the afternoon into the overnight hours, following dry and sunny conditions earlier in the day.

Father's Day brings a risk of severe weather and elevated fire danger in Colorado, with potential storms affecting areas like La Junta, Springfield, and Limon. High temperatures in the 90s are expected in Colorado Springs and Pueblo, while Fremont County faces red flag warnings due to fire concerns.

High school students in Fremont County operate the only electronic recycling center through Caon City High School's Tiger Recycling program. The initiative provides paid work experience, high school credit, and funds student wages and equipment. The program also offers paper shredding services and aims to help students secure their first jobs.

A small wildfire near Highway 115 north of Penrose in Fremont County, Colorado, has triggered mandatory evacuations and closed the highway. The fire, covering about 30 acres as of Thursday, prompted the Florence Fire Protection District to request evacuees leave notes on their doors. Highway 115 remains closed with alternate routes advised.

The Colorado State Patrol will conduct a DUI checkpoint on Highway 50 and Justice Center Drive in Cañon City from June 19 through early June 20. The operation will involve collaboration with the Cañon City Police Department and Fremont County Sheriff's Office.

Southern Colorado is experiencing its hottest day of 2026 with heat advisories and red flag warnings in effect. High temperatures are expected to reach the upper 90s to lower 100s in areas like Pueblo (104°F) and Canon City (102°F), with record-breaking heat likely in some regions. A cold front will bring relief by Thursday, but temperatures will rise again by Friday.

Heat advisories and red flag warnings have been issued in southern Colorado for Wednesday, affecting areas like El Paso, Pueblo, and Fremont County. High temperatures, dry conditions, and gusty winds increase heat-related illness risks and fire danger, with some regions reaching record highs. A cold front is expected to bring relief on Thursday.