Colorado State forecasters are downgrading their expectations for this year’s hurricane season, now predicting a below average season for tropical activity. C-S-U Research Scientist Doctor Phillip Klotzbach says they now anticipate 10 more named storms, four hurricanes, and one major hurricane before November 30th. He says conditions have changed over the last month.
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Klotzbach says the probability for major hurricanes making landfall along the U-S coastline has decreased as well.

If its not raining outside tonight, fireworks could be popping in your neighborhood. State Fire Marshal Butch Browning reminds those lighting fireworks to not ignite them when they are still in your hand…
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Browning says have a bucket of water nearby to douse spent or misfired fireworks.

AAA estimates this Fourth of July holiday will see a record-breaking 47 million Americans travel 50 miles or more. This is a five percent increase over last year and AAA Spokesperson Don Redman says the growing economy is propelling families to travel…
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AAA says the statewide average price for a gallon of gasoline is $2.57, which is the highest in four years for Independence Day. But Redman says travelers are paying less for airfare, which has resulted in a record-breaking three-point-eight million people traveling by air.