ARVADA, Colo. (KDVR) — The Arvada Police Department says evacuations have been lifted following a grass fire that started on Friday afternoon.
The fire was reported in the area of 86th Ave. and Fenton St. on Friday around 12 p.m.
The cause of the fire is under investigation.
Timeline
1:35 p.m.: The grass fire burned over 100 yards and damaged fence lines and sheds in the area, according to Arvada Fire. The cause is under investigation.
1:00 p.m.: Evacuations lifted fire under control. Thank you for your patience on this windy day.
12:55 p.m.: Evacuations have been lifted.
12:25 p.m.: Evacuations are being conducted from 84th Ave north to 86th Ave. Sheridan West to Gray Ct. Fire movement to the east toward Sheridan. LookoutAlert will be sent to homes in this area. Evacuees can wait in the parking lot on the North-West corner of 88th and Sheridan.
Useful resources during a wildfire
Here are some helpful resources if you or anyone you know has been impacted by a wildfire:
- Check current active wildfire alerts, warnings
- See current forecast
- How to prepare for a wildfire, extreme fire danger
- What is a Red Flag warning?
- 3 steps to protect your home from fire danger
- Avoid these activities that could spark wildfires
Be sure to download the free Pinpoint Weather App to stay up-to-date with the newest weather data as it comes in and to get important alerts straight to your phone.