FORT COLLINS, Colo.—Cooler, calmer weather and possibly some rain could help crews on a wildfire in northern Colorado where firefighters have been struggling to get the upper hand on the blaze.
The fire flared up Tuesday night when strong winds blew through the area west of Fort Collins. Authorities told residents of more than 20 homes to evacuate as a precaution.
Fire managers say the winds have calmed down and the humidity has increased. The wildfire that started in the foothills Friday has burned 5 square miles and destroyed about 15 homes and an unknown number of other structures. It’s about 15 percent contained.
The risk of new fires starting and spreading is highest in the south. Warnings are in place across Colorado’s southeastern plains and in lower elevations of the mountains in the south.
