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Wildfire southwest of Denver forces thousands to evacuate and destroys more than 160 structures
By Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News
· July 3, 2026
· 2 min read
A wildfire burning southwest of Denver has forced the evacuation of thousands of residents and destroyed more than 160 structures by Friday as erratic winds pushed the blaze across two Colorado counties.The Aspen Acres fire is one of about 40 uncontained large blazes burning mostly in the West, f...
Key takeaway All of Colorado City, an unincorporated community of about 2,200, was ordered evacuated as well as the towns of Beulah, Rye and San Isabel, according to the Pueblo County Sheriff's Office.
Why this matters in Alamo Heights News
The devastating wildfire in Colorado serves as a stark reminder to Alamo Heights residents of the importance of wildfire prevention and preparedness in their own community. While the Aspen Acres fire is burning thousands of miles away, the dry weather conditions that fueled it are not dissimilar from those experienced in Texas. The fact that the fire has destroyed over 160 structures and forced thousands to evacuate is a sobering reminder of the potential consequences of uncontained wildfires. As Alamo Heights residents enjoy the outdoors and engage in activities that may pose a fire risk, they must be mindful of the dangers of wildfire and take necessary precautions to prevent them. The deployment of National Guard soldiers to assist with firefighting efforts in Colorado also highlights the potential for statewide resources to be deployed in response to wildfires in Texas, including in the San Antonio area.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 3, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News ·
Reading time: 2 min
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