The Devil’s Thumb Fire, which has been burning on land northeast of Fraser in Grand County since July 4, reached 76% containment Thursday, officials said.
While portions of the fire have been successfully contained, residents in Grand County, Boulder County, Gilpin County and the surrounding areas may continue to see smoke throughout the summer and into the fall, until natural moisture controls the fire, according to aIn the news release, officials said steep slopes, rugged terrain and unstable conditions challenged firefighting operations as the fire area was full of standing dead and leaning or snagged trees, creating a hazardous situation for...
Hot and dry weather in the coming weeks may stir the flames up and increase visible smoke, officials said.
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