Crews tackle wildfire south of Avondale
PUEBLO CO., Colo. (KRDO) -- Wednesday, crews responded to a wildfire south of Avondale in eastern Pueblo County.
The fire was reported to be in the area of the 6200 block of Huerfano Rd., approximately 20 miles south of Avondale.
As of 7 p.m., the Pueblo County Sheriff's Office confirmed the fire has burned 132 acres with 50% containment. The sheriff's office said the fire was not threatening any structures.
The fire is burning trees and brush at the bottom of the Huerfano River, according to the Pueblo County Sheriff's office. The 132 acres is all private land.
Here is what we know right now at 5. Fire crews are working to extinguish visible flames 🔥 @KRDONC13 pic.twitter.com/yX4rGrU6uI
— Sean Rice KRDO (@SeanRiceTV) March 2, 2022
No word on what caused the fire. This is a developing story.
