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natural-disasters1 year ago

"Evraz Steel Mill Fire in Pueblo: Updates and Evacuations"

The Evraz Fire at the Evraz Rocky Mountain Steel mill in Pueblo is now 100% contained but not fully extinguished, with high winds expected to pose continued fire danger. Multiple buildings were burned down, prompting pre-evacuation notices, air quality advisories, and road closures. The Pueblo Department of Public Health and Environment issued a public health alert for impacted air quality, recommending residents stay indoors through Sunday. The Red Cross opened an evacuation center to support those affected, and city-owned facilities were closed due to poor air quality.

environment1 year ago

"Multiple Fires Prompt Evacuations in Pueblo, Colorado"

A shelter-in-place order has been issued for the Evraz fire and surrounding area in Pueblo due to air quality concerns following a fire at the Evraz steel mill, with heavy black smoke visible in the area. All employees were safely evacuated, and the Pueblo Fire Department is on the scene. Residents are advised to stay indoors, shut windows, and turn off air conditioners, while authorities urge against calling 911 unless active flames are seen.