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Wildfire Closes Major Colorado Highway
10 Jun
Summary
- Paradise Creek Fire ignited in South Canyon near Glenwood Springs.
- Interstate 70 closed at milepost 112 due to the blaze.
- Firefighters deploying aircraft for suppression efforts.
The Paradise Creek Fire, a significant grass and brush blaze, ignited in South Canyon near Glenwood Springs, Colorado. The fire's emergence on Tuesday led to the immediate closure of Interstate 70 in both directions at milepost 112, severely impacting travel. The Glenwood Springs Fire Department, supported by Colorado River Fire Rescue, is leading the response efforts.
As of Tuesday, the fire had consumed an estimated 20 acres. To combat the flames, two helicopters and two fixed-wing aircraft have been deployed. These aerial resources are actively engaged in suppression, utilizing water from the Colorado River for bucket drops. The closure of I-70 is expected to persist as firefighting operations continue.
