Fire Weather and Drought Conditions
Key Questions
What fire weather conditions are currently affecting Colorado?
Critical conditions persist with triple-digit temperatures, high winds, low humidity, and red flag warnings in effect across the state.
Why were many Fourth of July fireworks canceled in Colorado?
Extreme fire danger from heat, drought, and wind led to cancellations to reduce wildfire risk during the holiday.
What is the current drought status in Colorado?
Drought conditions are worsening, with Denver in severe drought and fuel moisture levels comparable to those before the Waldo Canyon Fire.
Critical fire weather conditions persist with triple-digit temperatures, high winds, and low humidity. Red flag warnings in effect. July 4th fireworks canceled in many areas due to extreme danger. Drought conditions worsening, with Denver in severe drought. Fuel moisture comparable to pre-Waldo Canyon Fire levels. National context highlights extreme risk this holiday.