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Small Wildfire Near Boulder’s Chautauqua Park Prompts Evacuation Warning

Officials say the fire remains small but active near popular trails close to homes.

Overview

  • Boulder Fire Rescue responded shortly before 1 p.m. to a wildfire southwest of Chautauqua Park.
  • An evacuation warning was issued for residents in the Chautauqua Cottages area, advising people to be ready to leave.
  • The blaze is estimated at about half an acre as crews apply water on the flames with Mountain View Fire Rescue assisting.
  • State resources including the DFPC Multi-Mission Aircraft and a Type 1 helicopter were ordered to support the response.
  • The National Weather Service in Boulder reported the fire visible from its office, and trail cameras showed hikers leaving the area.