Colorado’s Front Range forests could look dramatically different in just a few years, with nearly all ponderosa pines at risk of dying from a fast-spreading pine beetle outbreak. If you’ve noticed more rust-colored trees along I-70 or U.S. 285, that’s just the beginning. State leaders are scrambling to respond, but experts say there’s little that can stop the beetles now—only ways to reduce the damage. This isn’t just about losing trees; it’s about wildfire risk, water quality, and even our favorite hiking spots. How do you think our communities should tackle this challenge? #Science #Colorado #PineBeetle