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Colorado Wildfire Smoke Advisory: Durango, Gunnison, and Montrose Face Unhealthy Air Quality Through 9 a.m. Saturday
Durango, Colorado – Heavy wildfire smoke is blanketing Southwest Colorado, leaving cities from Durango to Gunnison under an air quality health advisory
By County Herald Weather Center · 2025-07-11T15:53:45+00:00
Air Quality Health Advisory Heavy wildfire smoke is blanketing Southwest Colorado, leaving cities from Durango to Gunnison under an air quality health advisory. The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment has issued an alert that remains in effect through 9 a.m. Saturday.
Officials are urging residents in affected areas to monitor local conditions closely. Those with respiratory issues, the elderly, and young children are advised to limit outdoor activity while air quality remains in the unhealthy range.
The smoke is expected to linger as winds shift across the region. Stay tuned to the Country Herald for further updates on the wildfire impact throughout the weekend.