High Winds Stoke Dead Dog Fire Near Rangely

RANGELY, Colo. (CBS4) – More than 200 firefighters are battling a wildfire on Colorado’s Western Slope that has forced some evacuations.
(credit: Rio Blanco County)
The Dead Dog Fire is located 10 miles north of Rangely and it has burned more than 5,000 acres. It grew on Monday amid strong winds that were recorded at speeds of higher than 70 mph at times.
(credit: Rio Blanco County Sheriff)
“We’re there. We’re actively fighting it. And doing everything we can to mak