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Southern Colorado expects a calm week with temperatures rising toward the 70s in Pueblo and Cañon City before clouds move in mid-week and snow becomes possible by November 17.
The warning for the last two years from the Deer Mountain Fire Protection District in Western Fremont County to its roughly 2,200 residents has been dire: “Why We Need Your Help. Deer Mountain Fire Protection District provides life-saving EMS services to our community, but our current funding availability is running out. EMS is paid for from the fire department’s budget, which has drained reserves and is no longer sustainable.”
The FOX21 Storm Team expects calm weather and rising temperatures across Southern Colorado over the coming days, while snow buildup threatens El Paso County by the 17th.
The Rifle Bears defeated Canon City 26-20 to move on in the state playoffs. It is the first time Rifle has reached the playoffs since 2023 when they went to the state final.
