Pueblo, CO – Multiple fire and law enforcement agencies responded Tuesday afternoon to an explosion in eastern Pueblo County that left one structure fully engulfed in flames.
According to the Pueblo County Sheriff’s Office, the explosion was reported around 2:45 p.m. near 57th Lane and Cherry Road. When first responders arrived, they found a building consumed by fire.
Officials say the blaze was brought under control, and there is no current threat to the public. Fire crews remain on scene to ensure hot spots are extinguished while investigators work to determine the cause of the explosion.
Authorities confirmed that no injuries or evacuations have been reported. The cause of the blast remains under active investigation, and no further information has been released at this time.
Residents across eastern Pueblo County reported hearing a loud boom and seeing smoke rising from the area Tuesday afternoon.
The sheriff’s office emphasized that updates will be shared once the investigation allows.
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