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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.

accidentsdisasters1 year ago

"Multiple Fires Prompt Evacuations and Shelter-in-Place in Pueblo, Colorado"

A fire broke out at the Evraz Rocky Mountain Steel mill in Pueblo, prompting the evacuation of all employees and a shelter-in-place order for nearby residents due to air quality concerns. The Pueblo County Sheriff's Office initially announced evacuations for homes in the area, but later clarified that they are only under pre-evacuation notice. The fire is located in a building primarily used for staging and storage, and the Pueblo Fire Department is on the scene.

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.

natural-disasters1 year ago

"Multiple Fires Prompt Evacuations in Pueblo, Colorado"

A grass fire, named the "Vision Hills Fire," broke out in Pueblo, Colorado, prompting evacuations for homes located near the fire. The Pueblo County Sheriff's Office announced a reception center for evacuees and advised against the use of drones in the area. As of 3:30 p.m., the fire was about 20 percent contained, with about 25 homes evacuated and a shelter set up for large animals at Liberty Landing Stables.

natural-disasters1 year ago

"Evacuations Ordered as Vision Hills Fire Threatens Pueblo"

The Vision Hills Fire, estimated to be 52 acres in size and 20% contained, has prompted evacuations for 25 homes north of Pueblo, Colorado. The fire, which started around 10:30 a.m. on Friday, has led to road closures and the establishment of a reception center for evacuees and their pets. Multiple agencies, including a type 6 strike team, are responding to the fire, which is currently spreading north and under investigation for its cause.

crime1 year ago

Arrests Made After Children's Remains Found in Concrete and Suitcase

Two suspects, Corena Rose Minjarez and Jesus Dominguez, have been charged with first-degree murder and abuse of a corpse after the remains of two children, Yesenia Dominguez and Jesus Dominguez Jr., were found encased in concrete and inside a suitcase in Pueblo, Colorado. The children, who had not been seen since 2018, were discovered at a storage center and a scrapyard. No missing persons report had been filed for the children, but welfare checks had been requested previously. The suspects, who were interviewed as persons of interest, are being held on a $2 million bond, and their relationship to the victims remains unclear.

crime1 year ago

"Arrests Made in Alleged Murders of Missing Pueblo Children"

Jesus Dominguez, 35, has been arrested in connection with the deaths of two missing children, Jesus Dominguez, Jr. and Yesenia Dominguez, who were last seen in 2018. Their remains were found in a metal container and a suitcase in Pueblo. Dominguez and Corena Rose Minjarez, 36, each face two counts of first-degree murder and two counts of abuse of a corpse. The children had not been reported missing, and their deaths are being investigated as homicides.

crime-tragedy1 year ago

"Arrests Made in Case of Children's Remains Found in Pueblo"

Two individuals have been arrested in Pueblo, Colorado, after children's remains were discovered in a storage unit and a suitcase. The suspects, Corena Rose Minjarez and Jesus Dominguez, are facing charges of first-degree murder and abuse of corpse. The remains were identified as belonging to Jesus Dominguez Jr. and Yesenia Dominguez, who were last seen in 2018. Dominguez, the father of the children, was also charged with theft of government benefits. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward.

crime1 year ago

"Colorado Police Investigate Child's Remains Found in Concrete Storage Unit"

Police in Pueblo, Colorado, discovered the remains of a child encased in concrete in a storage unit and are now searching for two other children as part of a homicide investigation to ensure their safety. The children, who would have been 5 and 3 in 2018, are being sought by authorities. The victim's identity has not been released, and two persons of interest have been interviewed by investigators.

crime1 year ago

"Police Investigate Child's Body Found in Colorado Storage Unit, Seek Safety of Other Children"

A child's body was found encased in concrete in a Colorado storage unit, prompting a homicide investigation and a search for two other children who were last seen in 2018. The remains were discovered when the storage unit was being cleared out, and police are seeking to ensure the safety of Jesus Dominguez, 10, and Yesenia Dominguez, 9. The parents have been interviewed as persons of interest, and the victim's identity will be released after family notifications are made.

crime-missing-persons1 year ago

"Police Seek Help in Locating 2 Children After Child's Remains Found in Colorado Storage Unit"

The Pueblo Police Department in southern Colorado is conducting a homicide investigation after the remains of a child were found encased in concrete in a storage unit last month. They are now seeking the public's help in locating two children, Jesus Dominguez and Yesenia Dominguez, who haven't been seen in nearly 6 years. The police have not confirmed whether the remains belong to one of the missing children and are asking for information to confirm the location and safety of the children. Anyone with helpful information is urged to contact the police.

crime1 year ago

"Police Investigate Child's Remains in Colorado Storage Unit, Search for Missing Siblings"

Pueblo police are investigating the death of a child whose remains were found inside a metal container filled with concrete in a storage unit, with the case being treated as a homicide. They are also trying to locate two children last seen in 2018, Jesus Dominguez and Yesenia Dominguez, who would now be approximately 10 and 9 years old, respectively. The police have interviewed two people of interest in the case, and the investigation is ongoing.