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Waldo Canyon Fire Cause Too Dangerous To Investigate

Posted: 4:57 PM There is still no indication about what caused the Waldo Canyon Fire, which became the most destructive in state history when it raged into Colorado Springs and destroyed an estimated 346 homes.

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Waldo Canyon Press Conference, 6/28/12

Updated: 1:47 PM Authorities addressed the media before setting up for what they believe will be their most successful firefighting day yet.

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Unemployment Benefits For Those Impacted By Waldo Canyon Fire

Posted: 6:42 AM The Colorado Department of Labor and Employment says that those who have become unemployed because of a wildfire evacuation or because their workplace has been impacted by a wildfire could be eligible for unemployment benefits.

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President Obama to Tour Waldo Canyon Fire Friday

Updated: 2:39 PM The President expressed his concern about the extent of damage to homes in the Colorado Springs area, and informed both the Governor and the Mayor that he plans to travel to the area Friday to view the damage and thank the responders bravely battling the fire.

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Waldo Canyon Press Conference, 6/27/12

Updated: 9:21 AM Various fire officials greeted the media after a difficult night battling the Waldo Canyon fire, and tried to answer the questions residents have in the aftermath of Tuesday's fire damage.

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Teller County Remains On Alert For Arsonist

Updated: 11:12 PM Like all of Colorado, Teller County is on alert for wildfires. The difference is that Teller County is the only one currently searching for an arsonist.

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Trout Creek Fire Contained

Updated: 7:02 AM A 25-acre wildfire in Douglas County is 100 percent contained, the county's sheriff's office confirms to 11 News.

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Springer Fire 100 Percent Contained

Updated: 9:03 AM Good news for one wildfire burning in our area: the Springer fire is now 100 percent contained as of 6 p.m. Saturday.

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Teller County Establishes Reward Fund For Arson Investigation

Updated: 7:21 AM A fund at a Teller County bank is accepting donations to create a reward for information that leads to the conviction of one or more suspects connected for a series of arsons that are currently under investigation.

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If A Wildfire Threatens Your Home...

Tips from the Red Cross to lessen the threat of a wildfire:
  • If a wildfire is burning near someone’s neighborhood, they should back their car into the garage or park it in an open space facing the direction of escape.
  • People should confine pets to one room so they can find them if they need to get out quickly.
  • Listen to local radio and television stations for updated information, and be ready to leave at a moment’s notice.
  • Keep indoor air clean by closing windows and doors to prevent outside smoke from getting in.
  • Use the recycle or re-circulate mode on the air conditioner in the home or car.
  • Do not use anything that burns and adds to indoor air pollution, such as candles, fireplaces and gas stoves.
  • Avoid running the vacuum cleaner because it stirs up particles that are already inside the home.
  • If someone has asthma or another lung disease, they should follow their health care provider's advice and seek medical care if their symptoms worsen.

Supplies to take with you if you need to evacuate:
  • Water—one gallon per person, per day (3­day supply)
  • Food—non­perishable, easy­to­prepare items (3­day supply)
  • Flashlight
  • Battery­powered or hand­crank radio (NOAA Weather Radio, if possible)
  • Extra batteries
  • First aid kit
  • Medications (7­day supply) and medical items
  • Multi­purpose tool
  • Sanitation and personal hygiene items
  • Copies of personal documents (medication list and pertinent medical information, deed/lease to home, birth certificates, insurance policies)
  • Cell phone with chargers
  • Family and emergency contact information
  • Extra cash
  • Emergency blanket
  • Map(s) of the area
  • Other essential items that could not be replaced if they were destroyed
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