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Crews respond to brush fire in Pueblo County

Posted at 3:35 PM, Jun 25, 2020
and last updated 2020-06-25 19:22:12-04

PUEBLO COUNTY — According to the Colorado Emergency Management Service, crews are responding to a fire 18 miles southeast of Pueblo in Pueblo County.

The fire is being called the Bar Nothing fire.

Currently, a large airtanker, two single engine airtankers, Pueblo County Sheriff's office emergency service fire team, Bureau of Land Management and Forrest Service have all responded to the fire.

The fire is 75-80 acres and is 20% contained.

Officials believe a lightening strike started the fire.

No structures are threatened at this time.

This is an ongoing story and will be updated as more information becomes available.