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Evacuations ordered as Elk Fire burning in Hinsdale County continues to grow

The 5,117-acre blaze is 40% contained, and officials have ordered evacuations, Get Set notices and forest closures.

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Evacuation orders have been issued for areas of Hindsdale County due to a wildfire that was first reported [day].

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Growing Colorado wildfire puts entire mountain town on pre-evacuation notice

The Elk fire grew by 2,236 acres, or 3.5 square miles, between Thursday and Friday night, and is now burning across nearly 6,000 acres a little more than a mile northwest of Lake City.

·Denver, United States
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Evacuations ordered as Elk Fire burning in Hinsdale County continues to grow

Evacuation orders have been issued for areas of Hindsdale County due to a wildfire that was first reported [day].

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Elk Fire Nearly Doubles Overnight, Forces New Evacuations Near Lake City

The Elk Fire near Lake City, Colorado grew to 5,117 acres, prompting a mandatory evacuation order for San Juan Springs residents.

·San Francisco, United States
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KMGH broke the news on Friday, August 7, 2026.
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