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Evacuation Warning Issued for Wildfire Near Deckers, Colorado

The advisory seeks to protect life and property by urging residents who need extra time to leave as crews work to contain the blaze.

Overview

  • The wildfire, which started Saturday, June 20, is burning near Jackson Creek Road and Rampart Range Road northeast of Deckers.
  • Douglas County issued a three-mile evacuation warning that includes the Devil's Head Recreation Area and surrounding private properties.
  • Officials stressed the alert is an advisory not a mandatory order and told anyone who may need extra time, plus people with pets or livestock, to consider leaving now.
  • Firefighters are on scene and a helicopter is making water drops while road closures remain in place at South Platte River Road and South County Highway 67/Sugar Creek Road.
  • The situation is developing and the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office is posting updates on social media for changes to the warning, access restrictions, and evacuation guidance.