Last week, an apartment fire in Aurora, Colo. claimed the lives of two people and injured 15 others. Officials are still investigating the cause of the fire. However, if it had been an act of negligence on the part of the property owners, the residents would have certain legal rights. Resident Rights and Landlord Negligence… read more
Just weeks after a theater shooting in Aurora, Colo. shocked the nation, another tragedy befell the Denver suburb. On Monday, August 6, a fire in the Fitz Apartments complex killed two people and injured 15 others. At least one person jumped from the fourth story to escape the blaze. Witnesses say they helped residents escape… read more
The summer is a great time to enjoy the outdoors. However, prolonged exposure to the heat can cause serious injuries, especially if your job involves working outside. Here are some ways to avoid heat stress this summer. For Employees Stay hydrated. Stick to water, and avoid caffeinated or sugary drinks as those can cause dehydration.… read more
Happy 4th of July! Hopefully you and your family are finding ways to enjoy the holiday even with the temporary burn ban restrictions, which prohibit most fireworks and charcoal grilling. Colorado law enforcement officials say that the latter has caused the most concern from local citizens. Some, such as the West Metro Fire and Rescue,… read more
Due to the especially dry conditions, many Colorado municipalities have cancelled their firework displays. So far, the list of cancelled Colorado firework displays includes: Aspen Breckenridge Canon City Georgetown Idaho springs Indian Hills Keystone Steamboat Springs The entire state is currently under a burn ban, which means that only professionals and municipalities with approval from… read more
A fire in Northern Colorado has caused hundreds of families to evacuate homes and is responsible for at least one death. Officials are not optimistic about the immediate future, saying it could take weeks to control the fire and months to extinguish it. At the time of this writing, the High Park Fire had consumed… read more
Memorial Day weekend marked the unofficial start of barbecue season across the country, and while everyone should practice safety measures when firing up the grill, Coloradoans face unique dangers. The dry temperatures and widespread wilderness mean that the smallest spark can start a roaring blaze that sears multiple acres. Here are a few things you… read more
According to her husband, Ann Appel would not enjoy all the attention she is getting after her death. “She would be so embarrassed about this whole thing and the attention that’s been drawn to her that she wouldn’t believe it,” said Scott Appel. “(She was a) beautiful person, really unselfish and just always in the… read more
Federal officials have warned those living along the western slope of the Rocky Mountains that their region could be at high risk for wildfires this summer. Said officials are coordinating with local and state agencies to prevent wildfires. With National Arson Awareness Week in full effect from May 6-12, officials will be on a sharp… read more
Spring is just around the corner, and when the weather warms, people break out the grill. While there is no denying how delicious food can be when it is grilled, we must also consider how dangerous grilling can be when it is not done properly. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), between 2005… read more
