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Record Breaking Temperatures and Critical Fire Weather

More than 200 record or near record maximum temperatures are forecast across the southern half of the U.S. through the end of this week before additional record temperatures center back over the Southwest U.S. into the Rockies this weekend. Widespread record breaking warmth, low humidity, and gusty winds will produce critical fire weather today in the central Rockies to Plains. Read More >

High Fire Danger is expected across all of southeast Colorado on Thursday. Please avoid any activities that could start a wildfire! #cowx
Record heat continues on Thursday, along with high fire danger for southeast Colorado. A cold front arrives late tomorrow afternoon/evening, which will usher in cool temperatures for Friday. #cowx