Fourteen controlled burns have gotten out of control in the last week, three in the Rangely area and 11 in the Meeker area, according to Rio Blanco County undersheriff Mike Joos, including one at the High Lonesome Ranch east of Meeker. Meeker fire chief Steve Allen said the conditions are “surprising everyone in how quickly they get out of control,” and he asked for people to make sure to call in (878-9600) before burning to…
