Colorado Wildfires: 24 Fire Zero Containment, Chama Canyon 50% Contained

Firefighters in southern Colorado battle two wildfires near Fort Carson and Chama Canyon, with the twenty-four fire at 1,667 acres and zero percent containment, and Chama Canyon fire at 141 acres and 50 percent contained. Control lines hold on twenty-four fire, heavy ground operations resume, and evacuation orders remain in place. Residents along county roads L-seven and N-two near Chama Canyon are under mandatory evacuation. Crews make progress on Chama Canyon fires flanks, with dozer lines and aviation help. Gusty winds, low humidity, record-high temperatures, and dry fuels pose critical fire weather threat. Efforts continue around the clock to control both fires.

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