2026 Aspen Acres Fire — press
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Wildfire · started June 29, 2026 · Structure counts are official and aerial-analysis estimates and change as damage assessments continue · Facts as of September 2, 2026 · Sources: Colorado Sun damage analysis · Colorado DHSEM
Heavy rain over the burn scar brought flash flooding and debris flows down North Creek, Middle Creek, and Squirrel Creek, with flooding reported on Pine Drive and Cascade Avenue. It was the area’s 10th flash flood warning since the fire began. If you had new water damage, document it before cleanup and file it as a separate flood claim.
Ruff Construction — licensed Colorado general contractor, Pueblo West.
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