El Paso County, Colorado – A controlled burn at Fort Carson is triggering highway closures and heavy smoke impacts in southern El Paso County.
According to Fremont County Emergency Management, Fort Carson officials are conducting a back burn operation to strengthen containment lines along the southern and eastern edges of an active fire area.
Officials said heavy smoke and visible flames are expected throughout the evening and into Monday, March 23, potentially affecting visibility across nearby corridors.
Highway 115 is currently closed due to dense smoke, ongoing hot spots, and safety concerns for emergency responders working in the area. Authorities said fire crews continue monitoring conditions along the Highway 115 corridor as the burn progresses.
The operation is part of a fire management strategy designed to limit further spread by removing available fuel. However, the resulting smoke and reduced visibility may pose risks for drivers traveling near Fort Carson and surrounding المناطق.
No evacuation orders were mentioned in the update, but officials urge residents and commuters to avoid the area and seek alternate routes while crews remain active.
The closure may particularly affect early morning commuters and students traveling between El Paso County and nearby المناطق.
Fire crews are expected to remain on scene overnight as monitoring continues.
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