- Forest fires at the foot of the Rocky Mountains are spreading
In the U.S. state of Colorado, renowned for its mountainous terrain, a wildfire, dubbed the Alexander Mountain Fire, is rapidly spreading at the foot of the Rocky Mountains. Since Monday, the affected area has doubled, prompting residents in endangered zones to evacuate, according to Larimer County. The national forest service has taken command of operations. The cause of the wildfire remains unknown.
California, the western U.S. state, is also grappling with numerous wildfires. The largest so far, the Park Fire north of Sacramento, has now engulfed over 1,560 square kilometers, according to Cal Fire. The Park Fire is currently classified as the fifth-largest fire on record in the U.S. West Coast state.
Currently, there are 89 large wildfires burning across the U.S., with over 27,000 firefighters deployed nationwide. Experts warn that due to climate change, wildfires are becoming more frequent and intense.
The recent increase in wildfires is a concern, as another large one, the Carter Lake Fire, has been reported in Colorado, threatening nearby forests and communities near the Rocky Mountains. Forest fires, like the Carter Lake Fire, are a growing concern due to their increased frequency and intensity due to climate change.
