Colorado’s drought conditions are worsening, with the latest U.S. Drought Monitor showing a sharp increase in extreme drought statewide. The most significant change came this week, as extreme drought expanded by more than 8%, hitting hardest in Mesa, Moffat, Rio Blanco, and Garfield counties.
Front Range drought worsening
Along the Front Range, conditions are also deteriorating. Portions of Denver, Arapahoe, Jefferson, and Douglas counties have shifted from being abnormally dry to moderate drought, raising concerns about water supply and vegetation health.
Wildfire threat on the rise
The deepening drought is fueling ongoing wildfires across the state, driven by hot, dry, and windy weather. Much of Colorado remains under Red Flag Warnings through Friday, signaling critical fire danger and the potential for rapid fire spread.
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