While the smoky haze over the state is actually from Arizona, as of June 22, there are eight active wildfires in Colorado. The Colorado Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management shows four active fires in the state, however KDVR has reported on eight total. Here s where they are burning:
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Sylvan Lake State Park Fire is near Eagle, was reported on Sunday, June 20, and has burned over 2,600 acres. Lightning is the suspected cause, according to KDVR.
Muddy Slide Fire was also reported on Sunday, June 20, and has burned 165 acres in Routt National Forest.
Frying Pan Road Fire is burning in Pitkin County, KDVR reported, but there s no information on its size or containment yet.
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