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WATCH: Colorado Springs community gathers to watch the Olympic opening ceremony

Colorado Springs community watches Olympics opening ceremony
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COLORADO SPRINGS — Dozens of people in Colorado Springs surrounded themselves with Olympic history while watching the opening ceremony Friday.

News5 caught up with people who came out to enjoy this historic moment in a place that celebrates our community's deep Olympic ties.

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'The Smoke Alarm Definitely Saved Her Life'

After a fast-moving fire destroyed a home in Manitou Springs and forced evacuations, the fire chief says one thing made all the difference: a working smoke detector. The segment has dramatic viewer video of the flames and the chief's powerful reminder to check your smoke alarms.

'The Smoke Alarm Definitely Saved Her Life'

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