FORT CARSON, Colo. (KOAA) — Fort Carson has confirmed that a fire burning on the Army post has now reached 1,600 acres.
Officials say the fire is 100% contained as of Thursday afternoon.
“The training area fire is now 100% contained, meaning crews have secure containment lines holding around the perimeter of the fire preventing it from spreading elsewhere.
Fort Carson Spokesperson 03-19-26
The fire was originally reported to be 500 acres burning in the large impact area on Fort Carson on Tuesday afternoon, according to the Mountain Post.
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500 acre fire burning in large impact area on Fort Carson Tuesday afternoon
Fort Carson says the fire is burning in a training area. At this time, there is no damage to buildings, and no structures are threatened.
At this time, no injuries have been reported.
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