Estes Park

Fern Lake Fire Now 88% Contained; All Evacuations Lifted

Erin OToole — Mon, 10 Dec 2012 16:58:58 +0000

Weekend snowfall and colder temperatures this past weekend helped fire crews get a handle on the Fern Lake Fire, which is currently reported at 3,498 acres and 88 percent containment.

Dec 9: Fern Lake Fire Reaches 60% Containment

Emily Boyer — Sun, 09 Dec 2012 15:48:26 +0000

Favorable fire conditions and a 2-inch layer of snow are helping crews gain the upper hand on at 3,498 acre fire burning in Rocky Mountain National Park.

Fern Lake Fire Lines Hold; Evacuees Return Home

Emily Boyer — Wed, 05 Dec 2012 18:12:23 +0000

Despite strong winds, firefighters have been able to keep the Fern Lake Fire within Rocky Mountain National Park. The blaze is now estimated at 3,477 acres with 40 percent containment.

For Now, Conditions Scrap Fern Lake Fire Air Tankers

Nathan Heffel — Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:23:09 +0000

Officials say delays and heavy wind kept two heavy air tankers from battling the Fern Lake Fire burning in Rocky Mountain National Park until Tuesday. At least for now, the planes will not be part of the efforts to control the blaze.

Fern Lake Fire 40% Contained; Some Evacuees May Be Allowed Back Home

Erin OToole — Tue, 04 Dec 2012 17:30:58 +0000

Firefighters battling the Fern Lake Fire are working to keep it within the boundaries of Rocky Mountain National Park. The fire has charred 3,750 acres, or roughly six square miles, and is currently 40 percent contained.