Together, five wildfires burning on Colorado’s Western Slope have consumed hundreds of square miles, destroying at least five homes and 19 outbuildings, fire officials said.

The article details the ongoing wildfires in Colorado, particularly the Lee and Elk Fires, and their effects on local communities and firefighting efforts.

Wildfire officials say the fires that have burned more than 130,000 acres in Rio Blanco County have destroyed five homes.