The growing Ferris Fire in southwest Colorado has consumed over 50,000 acres, prompting Colorado Gov. Jared Polis to declare a disaster emergency.

Downpours could help slow the blaze's advance, but fire officials are warning that the storms may also bring serious new dangers.

The Aspen Acres fire scorched 2,115 acres overnight, bringing the total acreage burned to 96,031 and 15% containment as of Wednesday morning.

Destructive wildfires are scorching Colorado, but experts say an active monsoon season and super El Niño are signs relief is on the way.

As major wildfires burn across Colorado, forcing thousands to evacuate their homes, volunteers are stepping in to help feed, shelter and support those fleeing fires. Dozens of recreational vehicles have filled Darren Patterson Christian

Thousands of firefighters continue to battle several large wildfires in Colorado, forcing some residents in a growing number of counties across the state to find alternative shelter amid evacuation orders in effect on Wednesday.

Organizations across Colorado are advising donors to double check where you send your money to ensure help gets into the right hands.

Smoke from all of the Colorado wildfires is adding to the air quality alert in the metro, and more and more people are feeling the impact.