MONDAY UPDATE 4:00 PM
According to Broadmoor Fire Department Chief Michael Garman, a fire that was burning Monday morning atop Cheyenne Mountain is contained.
After reaching out, Garman explained that the fire began around 8:00 a.m. Monday but was quickly contained to less than an acre in size.
Garman explained the fire began and was contained to a single tree after the tree caught fire from an arcing power line on top of the mountain. The exact location of that line and tree were not provided.
The department says that a brush truck will remain on the scene this evening to ensure the area does not flair up.
ORIGINAL STORY
The El Paso County Sheriff's Office says they are assisting with efforts to contain a fire burning on Cheyenne Mountain.
EPSO Wildland Fire is currently responding to the fire on Cheyenne Mountain.
— EPCSheriff (@EPCSheriff) May 6, 2024
Broadmoor Fire is in command of operations- and will be the source of contact for updates and information.
At this time the size and location of the fire are unknown. No pre-evacuations have been issued at this time.
According to the sheriff's office, the Broadmoor Fire Department is the lead agency working on the fire.
News5 has contacted the Broadmoor Fire Agency and sheriff's office for updates but is awaiting a response.
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