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Wildfire smoke in Denver can be seen from space
Wildfire smoke from out of state has swept into the skies of Colorado, causing health hazards for people across the region. The smoke can even be seen from space, as seen in satellite imagery from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
Denver weather: When will Colorado's smoky skies clear?
The smoke is coming from wildfires burning in Canada. The flow over Colorado is dragging the smoke into the atmosphere. However, FOX31 Chief Meteorologist Dave Fraser is forecasting a shift in flow on Thursday that will help disperse the smoke.
WARNING: Smoky Haze and Triple-Digit Heat Grip Colorado
Out-of-State Wildfires Affecting Local Air Quality. A smoky haze from wildfires across the Pacific Northwest and parts of Canada is affecting air quality in local areas. The National Weather Service has issued Air Quality Advisories for parts of Colorado and Wyoming. According to the Colorado Department of Public Health and...
City of Grand Junction hosting upcoming Western Colorado Senior Games
GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (KREX) — Anyone over the age of 50 who wants to show off their athletic prowess, the City of Grand Junction has the competition for them. The city is hosting the 23rd Annual Western Colorado Senior Games from Aug. 19-25. The event sees a variety of games and activities held in various parks and facilities throughout the city.
Invasive, fast-reproducing zebra mussels found in Colorado River near Grand Junction
Voracious zebra mussels appear to be spreading into the Colorado River near Grand Junction and infesting the Government Highline canal watering Mesa County farms, less than two years after the invasive species first appeared in a Western Slope lake, wildlife officials said Tuesday. Western Slope officials called the news “devastating,”...
Write track: Best-selling agent writes the book on buying homes
Cindy Ficklin has spent the past two decades concurrently pursuing careers as both an educator and real estate agent. She combines those passions in her latest effort: a book she’s written and published to provide what she considers important information to homebuyers, particularly first-time homebuyers. Her primary motivation? “To...
Marillac breaks ground on health center
MarillacHealth has broken ground on a new health center in Grand Junction that will offer in one location a variety of services. The organization purchased a 4.5-acre site at 512 29 1/2 Road from Mesa County. Construction is set to begin this summer and conclude in late summer 2025. The new center will be located near the Mesa County Workforce Center as well as Mesa County Public Health.
Watch Tedeschi Trucks Band’s 2024 Red Rocks Run Live From Colorado
Tedeschi Trucks Band are offering free livestreams of their upcoming two-night stand at Red Rocks to nugs.net subscribers. The broadcasts start at 9 p.m. ET/6 p.m. PT this Friday, July 26 and Saturday, July 27. Margo Price will open both shows at the iconic Colorado venue. Price’s sets will also...
Fire near Rifle shut down a section of I-70 on Monday
GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (KJCT) - Firefighters were called to many areas down the interstate. Colorado River Fire Rescue and other fire management agencies responded to several fires along I-70 on Monday evening. The fires started at mile marker 87 westbound. Westbound I-70 was closed on Monday afternoon, but the road...
Hot but Rain at End of Week
GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (KJCT) - Today begins our next few days of heat before cooling slightly on Friday with chances of rain. Today through Thursday will see highs in the mid to upper 90s with some areas in the 100s as well on Wednesday and Thursday. So be sure to practice heat safety those days by taking plenty of breaks if doing physical activity outside, drink plenty of fluids, and don’t leave people or pets in a hot car. Also know the signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. The weekend looks to be slightly cooler with highs looking to be in the low to mid 90s.
Simplify Your Cleanup with GJ Roll Away LLC: The Ultimate Dumpster Rental and Junk Removal Service in Grand Junction
Life can get messy, especially when you’re tackling big projects like home renovations, yard clean-ups, or moving out. But there’s good news for residents of Grand Junction and the surrounding areas: GJ Roll Away LLC is here to make your cleanup process as smooth and stress-free as possible. Whether you’re looking for reliable dumpster rental services or efficient junk removal, we’ve got you covered.
Hazy skies with a warm day ahead
GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (KREX) — Smoke and debris is being pushed into the region today from the Pacific Northwest. Hazy skies will be the case today. Temperatures on the way to triple digits tomorrow with chances for showers at the end of the week.
2024 Pioneer Day Sport Winners
The Whipple and Morris team (dark shirts) defeated the N. Miller team to win the Pioneer Day Pickleball Tournament on June 19. Kaluni Blackhorse and Sean Palmer teamed up to win the Pioneer Day Competitive Cornhole Tournament on June 20. The Whip-Holes won the family cornhole tournament during Pioneer Day...
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