Colorado wildfires near Steamboat Springs trigger evacuations
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Two separate wildfires broke out Sunday in Colorado’s high country near Steamboat Springs, forcing mandatory evacuations south and southeast of the city. One fire is burning on U.S. Forest Service land on Rabbit Ears Pass, with smoke visible from Steamboat Springs and size estimated at about 7 acres, according to the National Interagency Fire Center. A second blaze, the Green Ridge Fire near Stagecoach Reservoir in Routt County, also reached roughly 7 acres with no containment. Authorities ordered residents in a defined area near Stagecoach State Park to evacuate immediately, while nearby areas were placed on pre-evacuation notice as investigators probe the cause.
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Timeline of Events
- June 19 Stage 1 fire restrictions begin
- Sunday midday Rabbit Ears Pass fire reported
- Sunday afternoon smoke visible from Steamboat Springs
- Sunday afternoon Green Ridge Fire ignites nearby
- Sunday afternoon Green Ridge Fire mapped seven acres
- Sunday afternoon evacuations ordered near Stagecoach Reservoir
- Sunday afternoon pre-evacuation notices issued westward
- Sunday evening causes of both fires undetermined
Why This Matters to You
Wildfires near Steamboat Springs could affect your travel plans or loved ones in the area. If you're local, heed evacuation orders for your safety. Check with the National Interagency Fire Center for updates.
The Bottom Line
Two wildfires are burning near Steamboat Springs, with evacuations underway. The cause is still unknown. Stay alert and follow official instructions. Worth forwarding if you know someone in Colorado's high country.
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