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Trash pile fire burning on the north side of Pueblo contained Wednesday evening

Trash pile fire burning on the north side of Pueblo contained Wednesday evening
C&C Disposal Fire in Pueblo
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PUEBLO, Colo. (KOAA) — A trash pile fire burning on the north side of Pueblo was contained Wednesday evening, according to the sheriff's office.

The trash pile fire, although it was contained just before 9 p.m., is still burning as of 10 p.m. at the C&C Disposal, which is located near the I-25 and Drew Dix Parkway interchange on the north side of Pueblo.

According to the Pueblo County Sheriff's Office, no injuries have been reported at this time. They also say the fire spread to several outbuildings and vehicles.

No evacuations were issued, and the cause of the fire is under investigation.

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