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Yahoo
13-06-2025
- Climate
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Did you feel it? 2.9 magnitude earthquake recorded in Colorado
DENVER (KDVR) — An earthquake was recorded in Colorado on Friday morning, but it likely wasn't felt by most of the state. The United States Geological Survey recorded an earthquake near St. Vrain in Dacono, Colorado, at 6:08 a.m. with a 2.9 magnitude. Pinpoint Weather Meteorologist Greg Perez said the magnitude is like someone touching the back of your chair. While this is considered a weak earthquake, people in the area felt it. Seeing fewer moths? The rainy weather has something to do with it Several people reported feeling the earthquake to the U.S. agency. People in Broomfield, Lafayette, Denver, Longmont, Dacono, Erie, Frederick and Brighton said they felt a weak earthquake. Earthquakes happen when there are sudden movements of the Earth along a fault that cause shaking at the surface, according to the Colorado Geological Survey. While it's uncommon for an earthquake to cause major damage in Colorado, it's not exactly rare for Colorado to see earthquakes. The agency said Colorado is an 'active tectonic province' with still-rising mountains that have thousands of faults, including 90 potentially active faults and more than 700 recorded earthquakes of magnitude 2.5 or higher since 1867. Most of these earthquakes are hardly felt, but the agency said the state has experienced magnitudes of 6.5 or higher and human-triggered earthquakes in recorded history, and it could periodically see larger earthquakes in the future. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
04-06-2025
- General
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National EMS Memorial Service makes stop in Albuquerque
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A procession honoring nearly 30 first responders killed in the line of duty made a stop in Albuquerque on Wednesday. The Bernalillo County Fire Department hosted the National EMS Memorial Service as it makes its way to Arlington, Virginia. The procession began Sunday in Riverside, California, and will make 29 stops in 19 states. 'The one thing we hear from the families every year is that their loved ones are always going to be forgotten. And being able to tell those families by showing the support that you all have shown and the love that you all have shown by just showing up today, that their loved ones are never going to be forgotten,' said Megan Haverkamp, Moving Honors Crew Chief, National EMS Memorial Service. Summer of Nonviolence initiative officially kicks off in Albuquerque 'So, having the honor of getting to host such an amazing event as it criss-crosses through the country on its way to Arlington is extremely meaningful. And meaningful for us as Bernalillo County Fire and Rescue, having lost a member of our own almost three years ago this July,' said Chief Greg Perez, Bernalillo County Fire Rescue. The procession features a tree of life, honoring the 29 first responders who died last year. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
20-05-2025
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Public provides input on search for new Bernalillo County Fire and Rescue chief
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – After nearly seven years, Bernalillo County Fire Rescue is looking for its next chief, and Monday night, the public discussed what they're looking for in leadership. The nationwide search comes after acting Chief Greg Perez announced his departure earlier this year. City of Albuquerque updates rules for fiber internet construction projects Monday night, the county received feedback from residents and former firefighters about the qualities, priorities, and leadership skills they would like to see in the next chief. 'If you hire somebody from the outside, that's not within the department. You're potentially blocking those younger firefighters that have aspirations to be chief someday,' said a speaker. Perez will continue to serve as acting fire chief until a replacement is selected. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
17-05-2025
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Input session for new Bernalillo County fire chief to be held Monday
May 16—Bernalillo County will host a community input session to gather feedback as it searches for a new fire chief. The session is meant to inform the county about what qualities the community wants to see in a new chief and what priorities the candidates should have, according to a news release. The input session will be held Monday, May 19, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. in the Commission Chambers, 415 Silver SW, in Downtown Albuquerque. A national search began in February after Bernalillo County Fire Rescue Chief Greg Perez was appointed deputy county manager. Since then, he has held the temporary title of acting chief. "Chief Perez's dedication and commitment to fire and rescue will leave a lasting impact on the county and the community," County Manager Cindy Chavez said in announcing Perez's transition. "We will now look nationwide to ensure that we find the best candidate to build upon the strong foundation he leaves behind. In the meantime, we appreciate his continued leadership as acting chief until a successor is selected." According to the county, Bernalillo County Fire Rescue has 16 facilities, including stations in the North Valley and the East Mountains, along with training facilities and substations.
Yahoo
14-05-2025
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Bernalillo County seeks public input on search for next fire chief
BERNALILLO COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) – Bernalillo County is seeking the public's input on qualities, priorities, and leadership they would like to see in the next fire chief. The search for a new chief comes after acting Chief Greg Perez announced his pending departure earlier this year. Story continues below New Mexico Insiders: Leader Of Albuquerque FBI Steps Down Trending: Family of 105-year-old Bataan Death March survivor shares his story Crime: New Mexico correctional officer caught by husband for bringing drugs to inmate, court docs show Community: Poll: Where is the best place to go camping in New Mexico? A community input session will be held on Monday, May 19, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. in the Ken Sanchez Commission Chambers located at Alvarado Square, 415 Silver Ave. SW. The conversation will be facilitated by URE Consulting, a consulting group that specializes in executive recruiting services for police and fire. Discussions with members of Bernalillo County Fire Rescue will also be held. Chief Perez will continue to serve as acting fire chief until a replacement is selected. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
