Mandatory evacuations issued in Colorado as a large, rapidly-spreading wildfire burns more than 13,000 acres
The Baca County Emergency Management office issued mandatory evacuations for the Town of Campo and areas along Road 24 from Highway 287 to the state line due to the wildfire's raging flames.
Wildfire fueled by powerful winds scorches Yuma County, Colorado
Wildfires that sparked in Yuma County, Colorado on Wednesday night fueled by powerful winds following a powerful coast-to-coast storm. Officials said the flames consumed more than 14,000 acres but no one was significantly injured.
Authorities have ordered mandatory evacuations for Baca County, Colorado, on Sunday, as a large, rapidly-spreading wildfire scorches more than 13,000 acres.
The Baca County Emergency Management office issued mandatory evacuations for the Town of Campo and areas along Road 24 from Highway 287 to the state line due to the wildfire's raging flames.
EVACUATIONS UNDERWAY AS LIGHTNING SPARKS MASSIVE GRASSFIRE AND BURNS THOUSANDS OF ACRES IN TEXAS
Officials warn that the fire could pose a threat to life and property.
Images of a wildfire in Colorado, burning thousands of acres.
(@ImSh4yy / Twitter)
"Active threat to life and property, do not wait," Baca County Emergency Management said in a social media post. "Evacuate to the north as fires are moving south to northwest."
According to the National Weather Service, a Red Flag Warning is in effect until 9 p.m. MST as gusty winds and low humidity continue to elevate fire danger across the region.
EMERGING THREAT: OFFICIALS NOTE RECORD NUMBER OF DRONES IN RESTRICTED AIRSPACE DURING FIRES
The Sharpe Fire began Friday in Cimarron County, Oklahoma, and has since spread toward Colorado’s southern border.
Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt posted on social media Sunday that the state has mobilized resources to respond to the fire, including Oklahoma Forestry Services, which is providing air support to assist crews on the ground.
"The Oklahoma Emergency Management is activated and is deploying resources to assist local partners responding to the fire," Stitt said. "We will continue to monitor the situation closely and provide updates as needed."
🔥 ZERO CONTAINMENT: An intense wildfire broke out in central Minnesota on Saturday with evacuation orders issued in the region. This video shows firefighters battling the Flanders fire encompassing 600 acres with zero containment as of Saturday evening. pic.twitter.com/PhwgUqiATN
— FOX Weather (@foxweather) May 17, 2026
As of now, there have been no reports of injuries.
Stay with FOX Weather for the latest updates.