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Black Forest Fire

The Black Forest fire is currently affecting an area starting at Shoup Road and Highway 83; following Shoup Road, east to Black Forest Road; following Black Forest Road north to Hodgen Road; following Hodgen Road back to Highway 83. All personnel are asked to use extreme caution and adhere to local news reports for safety information. El Paso County emergency responders will be giving specific guidance for area residents. Fire conditions can change rapidly with the extreme wind and dry conditions. Regardless of your location, all personnel should be extremely vigilant for fire danger. If you live inside of the evacuation area, contact your leadership and advise them of your situation. An accountability recall is being conducted specific to this action. There is an additional fire in the Royal Gorge area. Specific emergency instructions are being issued for Fremont County residents in the hazard area.

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