El Paso County, CO – Residents near Curtis Road and Garrett Road are being ordered to evacuate immediately today as crews respond to an active fire in the area.
According to El Paso County officials, a mandatory evacuation order has been issued for a half-mile radius surrounding the intersection of North Curtis Road and Garrett Road. Authorities warned that everyone within the designated zone should leave without delay due to rapidly changing conditions and potential خطر to life and property.
The fire’s cause and size have not yet been confirmed, but emergency responders are actively working the scene. Officials have not released information on containment progress or whether structures have been damaged. Residents are urged to avoid the area to allow firefighters and emergency crews full access.
A map of the impacted evacuation zone has been made available by county officials, helping residents identify whether they fall within the affected area. Law enforcement may also be going door-to-door to ensure compliance and assist those needing help evacuating.
Drivers should expect road closures and delays near Curtis Road as emergency operations continue. Officials emphasized that conditions could change quickly, and additional evacuation zones may be expanded if the fire spreads.
Residents who have evacuated are encouraged to monitor official county channels for updates and re-entry information.
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