Local low fuel moisture levels mean greater fire risk

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2020/10/page-1-map-fire-danger-rating-areas-use-300x213.jpg Map courtesy Durango Interagency Dispatch
Shown are the upper and lower fire danger rating areas with both categorized “very high.” The area remains in an extended drought.[/caption]

By Simone Mounsamy

Staff Writer

While waiting for precipitation to bring back some moisture to the area, local fuels moisture levels are raising concerns.

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