New evacuation orders after "significant growth" on Colorado wildfire
Summary
The Willow Fire near Leadville, Colorado, grew by about 900 acres in one day, leading to new evacuation orders and warnings. Authorities are using controlled burns and aircraft to try to slow the fire, but many areas remain at risk, and shelters have been set up for people who had to leave.Key Facts
- The Willow Fire started on June 28 near Mount Massive and Leadville, Colorado.
- The fire grew to about 3,957 acres as of Sunday, up from 2,969 acres the previous morning.
- Only 1% of the fire's edge is currently under control with firelines.
- New mandatory evacuation orders include Halfmoon Road and Lake Fork Trailer Park.
- Pre-evacuation warnings were issued for areas near Twin Lakes and State Highway 82.
- Firefighters use controlled burns and airplane slurry drops to try to stop or slow the fire.
- The fire management team aims to push the fire into higher ground where there is less dry material to burn.
- The cause of the fire is still unknown.
- Temporary shelters are open at Buena Vista Public Safety Complex and Battle Mountain High School.
- The Leadville Regional Airport is closed to non-emergency flights.
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