U.S. Forest Service

New Protest Could Delay Next-Gen Firefighting Air Tankers

Nathan Heffel — Fri, 17 May 2013 19:30:00 +0000

The U.S. Forest Service announced May 6 contracts had been awarded for seven new next generation firefighting air tankers. Now there’s another hang-up.

Slow Start To Fire Season Keeps Focus On High Park Fire Restoration

Nathan Heffel — Fri, 17 May 2013 18:01:50 +0000

Wildfire forecasters say Northern Colorado’s fire season should be far less active than last year. That doesn’t mean they’re resting on their laurels though.

Feds Say Tough Wildfire Season Ahead

Emily Boyer — Mon, 13 May 2013 21:30:00 +0000

Another tough wildfire season is in store for the nation due to a dry winter and warmer spring temperatures.

Governor, Fire Officials Urge Vigilance Before Colorado Fire Season

Nathan Heffel — Thu, 09 May 2013 21:27:41 +0000

With rain pouring outside the Centennial Airport Thursday, Governor John Hickenlooper urged Coloradans to remain cautious about wildfires, despite recent moisture.

U.S. Forest Service Awards Contracts For New Next Gen Air Tankers

Nathan Heffel — Tue, 07 May 2013 20:37:37 +0000

Chief of the U.S. Forest Service Tom Tidwell announced Monday that seven new ‘Next Generation’ airtankers will join the current national firefighting airtanker fleet.