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Fourmile Canyon Wildfire Triggers Evacuations Near Boulder

Authorities ordered immediate departures as the 2-acre blaze prompted expanded warnings near Sugarloaf Mountain and Bald Mountain.

Overview

  • Mandatory evacuations were issued around 519 Wild Turkey Trail in Fourmile Canyon, covering the unincorporated community of Crisman.
  • Evacuees were instructed to leave via Evening Star Road and to avoid Wild Turkey Trail to keep access clear.
  • Boulder County Sheriff’s Office spokesman Vinnie Montez urged residents to leave immediately and asked others to stay out of the area.
  • Officials later added evacuation warning zones east and west of the initial area near Sugarloaf Mountain and Bald Mountain.
  • Officials reported no injuries and offered no cause or containment details as crews continued assessing the incident Monday evening.