EL PASO COUNTY — The El Paso County Sheriff's Office lifted Stage One Fire restrictions in the county Friday. The restriction was implemented on July 31.
"I appreciate the community’s cooperation and diligence in adhering to the previous restrictions, which were crucial in protecting and preventing wildfires in the Pikes Peak region," said El Paso County Sheriff Joe Roybal.
Activities such as open burning, outdoor smoking and welding were prohibited while the restrictions were in place.
Stage One Fire restrictions in El Paso County
Teller County also issued Stage One Fire restrictions on July 31. At this time, those restrictions are still in effect.
Teller County issues Stage One Fire restrictions
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Fort Carson Soldier Raises $50K for Cancer Treatment - Gives It All Away to Help Others
Sergeant First Class David Hong battling stage 4 colon cancer raised over $50,000 in three days for experimental treatment, but when Tricare approved coverage, he donated every penny to help other service members and veterans fighting cancer. The Fort Carson religious specialist underwent the innovative histotripsy treatment earlier this month and remains hopeful about the results. His selfless decision shows how one soldier's battle became a mission to help others in their fight against cancer.
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