WIRE LEAD — DENVER — Gov. Jared Polis has written President Trump urging a major disaster declaration after two of Colorado’s most destructive wildfires burned more than 140,000 acres, destroyed 324 homes and triggered deadly flooding across affected counties. The request, dispatched Tuesday, seeks federal resources for emergency response, temporary housing and infrastructure repair. Polis cited the unprecedented scale of damage and ongoing public-safety threats. The fires, among the costliest in state history, have left communities grappling with both burn scar flooding and widespread displacement. According to Denver7 reporting, no timeline has been set for the president’s decision. A federal disaster designation would unlock FEMA funding and personnel to aid recovery efforts.
Sources: Denver7 (Denver TV station)
