Sedgwick County, Colorado – An 80-acre grass fire is burning near County Road 39 and Highway 138 in Sedgwick County.
According to the Sedgwick County Sheriff’s Office, the fire is located on the southeast corner south of the railroad tracks and continues to grow. The blaze was estimated at approximately 80 acres as of the latest update.
The Julesburg Fire Department and the Ovid Fire Department are on scene actively working to contain the fire, authorities said. No structures are currently being threatened.
Officials are urging the public to use caution when traveling in the area and, if possible, to avoid the location altogether to allow emergency responders to operate safely and efficiently. Additional updates will be provided as more information becomes available, according to the sheriff’s office.
The fire’s proximity to Highway 138 and County Road 39 may affect local traffic patterns, particularly for commuters and agricultural workers traveling through the rural corridor.
Authorities have not released information regarding the cause of the fire. Residents are encouraged to monitor official channels for further developments.
This is a developing situation.
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