Friday 31 December 2021

Colorado wildfires: tens of thousands evacuated as blazes destroy hundreds of homes

At least one first responder and six other people were injured in the fires after fires erupted Thursday outside Denver

Tens of thousands of residents were forced to flee in northern Colorado after fast-moving wildfires destroyed an estimated 600 homes.

Over 30,000 residents across three communities outside Denver had to evacuate their homes after wind-fueled grass fires rapidly burned through multiple buildings including a hotel and Target shopping complex, along with 580 homes.

Associated Press contributed to this report

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