Organizers took advantage of a brief window between rain and thunderstorms to set off the fireworks. Heavy rain delayed the show by about 30 minutes and a second storm cut it short at the end.

South Metro Fire Rescue said it responded to 16 brush fires caused by fireworks over the Fourth of July holiday. Behind the celebrations, several families across the metro area faced destruction.

Residents in the southwestern part of the Denver metro area have a full day of fun available for the 4th of July, including a run/walk 5K, parade, and fireworks festival. The festivities begin at ...