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New fire starts up near Aspen Acres fire with weather conditions creating the possibility for more
Summary by Aspen News Editorial Desk Erica Breunlin , as published by Colorado Sun
· July 24, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points Further details about the fires and the situation are available from the Colorado Sun, including photos of the Aspen Acres fire taken on July 2, 2026. A new fire has started near the Aspen Acres fire, with weather conditions potentially leading to more fires.
A new fire has started near the Aspen Acres fire, with weather conditions potentially leading to more fires. Storms with lightning and high winds are a concern, as they could cause new flames to erupt.
The Aspen Acres fire, located near Colorado City, is currently the state's largest wildfire. It has been growing, with firefighters monitoring its progress.
Further details about the fires and the situation are available from the Colorado Sun, including photos of the Aspen Acres fire taken on July 2, 2026.
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Category: safety Published: July 24, 2026 Source: Colorado Sun Reading time: 1 min
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