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Yahoo
2 days ago
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- Yahoo
Evacuations lifted, Douglas County wildfire contained
DENVER (KDVR) — Firefighters and deputies are on the scene of a wildfire on Sunday night, according to a post on X from the Douglas County Sheriff's Office. South Metro Fire, Jackson 105 Fire, Castle Rock Fire and West Douglas Fire Protection are in the area near 2903 Bears Den Drive. No horsin' around: Jokić emotional after horse wins race Officials said that the wildfire was 'fast-moving.' The fire crews are working on protecting nearby structures with the fire being in heavy brush and shrub oak. As of 9:27 p.m. on Sunday, four homes have been evacuated, and two and a half acres have burned. The sheriff's office provided an update at 9:46 p.m. that the fire is contained, evacuations are lifted and residents can return home. The office also said that the fire's initial size was overestimated, and it was contained to one acre. DCSO said that crews are making progress in putting the fire out. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
20-07-2025
- Yahoo
1 Dead, 2 Missing After Group Is Swept Over Popular Waterfall in Oregon
NEED TO KNOW A group of six people went over Dillon Falls on the Deschutes River in Oregon on Saturday, July 19 According to the Deschutes County Sheriff's Office, three people were rescued, but two remain missing and one died at the scene An aerial and ground search is being conducted as the search and rescue operation continuesOne person has been found dead and two remain missing amid a search and rescue operation in Oregon. At around 2:57 p.m. local time on Saturday, July 19, emergency responders received a report that a group of people were swept over Dillon Falls on the Deschutes River, the Deschutes County Sheriff's Office (DCSO) stated in a news release. "A multi-agency search and rescue operation is underway after a group of six individuals went over Dillon Falls on the Deschutes River west of Bend Saturday afternoon," the DSCO said, per the news release. Three individuals were rescued from the river and transported to St. Charles-Bend by ambulance, while one person died at the scene and two others remain missing. 'DCSO Search & Rescue and Bend Fire & Rescue crews continued recovery efforts into the evening and will work until sunset. If unsuccessful, operations will pause overnight and resume in the morning,' the DCSO said, per the news release. The names of the victims and survivors have not been shared at this time. The DCSO were assisted by the Bend Fire & Rescue team and the Deschutes County Sheriff's Office Search and Rescue (SAR) in their search for the group. The Bend Police Department and AirLink also conducted an aerial search. Photos shared by the sheriff's office on Facebook show the emergency response teams searching the waters for the missing individuals. Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. 'The Deschutes County Sheriff's Office thanks all partner agencies for their swift and coordinated response. Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available,' the DSCO said, per the news release. PEOPLE has reached out to the DSCO and the Bend Police Department for comment. Read the original article on People
Yahoo
11-07-2025
- Yahoo
'Better interaction with the public': DCSO adds news kayaks to Nautical Services toolkit
The Douglas County Sheriff's Office is testing the waters with two new tools. DCSO's Nautical Services Unit now has two brand new kayaks to assist in water patrols and searches.
Yahoo
09-07-2025
- Yahoo
Motorist shot dead, officer wounded in Dubuque County traffic stop
Iowa law enforcement fatally shot a motorist July 1 near Cascade after they say he displayed a handgun during a traffic stop. James Sherrill, 36, went through a traffic stop on Highway 151 near Cascade in Dubuque County at 4:30 a.m. July 1, according to a news release from the Iowa Department of Public Safety. The stop was being monitored by members of the Dubuque County Sheriff's Office, Dubuque Police Department, Iowa Division of Narcotics Enforcement, Monticello Police Department and Jones County Sheriff's Office as part of a multi-jurisdictional investigation During the stop, Sherrill displayed a handgun, leading to multiple shots being fired. Sherrill and a Dubuque County Sheriff's Office sergeant were both shot. The release did not say whether Sherrill fired his weapon. Sherrill was pronounced dead. The wounded officer was released from the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics after being treated for a gunshot wound. The officers involved include Sgt. Adam William, an 18-year DCSO veteran; Officer Chad Leitzen, a 23-year DPD veteran; and Officer Cole Millard, 2-year MPD veteran. The investigation is ongoing. Chris Meglio is a reporter for the Register. Reach him at cmeglio@ or on X @chris_meglio. This article originally appeared on Des Moines Register: Dubuque County traffic stop leaves motorist dead, officer wounded
CBS News
07-07-2025
- CBS News
Bomb robot detonates old dynamite found in Colorado shed
The Douglas County Bomb Squad used its bomb robot to detonate some old dynamite found in Colorado. According to investigators, the old dynamite was found inside a metal container in a residential shed. The Douglas County Sheriff's Office Bomb Squad bomb robot Johnny-5-0. Douglas County They said the container was one typically used on construction sites and belonged to a former resident who owned a construction company. According to the bomb squad, dynamite can become extremely unstable with age, and so they deployed Johnny-5-0, a bomb robot, to safely remove the device. The Douglas County bomb robot places the old dynamite into a pit. Douglas County Investigators said the device was carefully transported to a secure location and placed in a pre-dug blast pit. It was counter-charged with an explosive. Once the robot backed off, the team initiated an "emergency disposal," which resulted in a controlled detonation and "complete deflagration" of the suspected dynamite. A bomb robot detonated old dynamite in Douglas County. Douglas County The Douglas County Bomb Squad said that anyone who comes across old explosives, dynamite or suspicious devices to not touch them and call the DCSO Bomb Squad immediately.
