Wildfire Prompts Evacuations Between Colorado Springs and Pueblo

El Paso County officials order residents to leave area near Interstate 25 as blaze breaks out.

Apr. 6, 2026 at 11:27pm

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The El Paso County Sheriff's Office has ordered an immediate evacuation of an area west of Interstate 25, halfway between the cities of Pueblo and Colorado Springs, due to a small wildfire that broke out on Monday afternoon. The evacuation zone covers a half-mile radius around the 20700 block of Outback View, about six miles west of Wigwam.

Why it matters

Wildfires are an ongoing threat in Colorado, especially during dry and windy conditions. This latest blaze, known as the Outback View fire, has prompted swift action from local authorities to protect public safety and prevent the fire from spreading further.

The details

The sheriff's office issued the evacuation order shortly after 4 p.m. on Monday, but details on the size and cause of the fire are still unclear. Residents within the designated half-mile radius have been told to leave the area immediately.

  • The evacuation order was issued on Monday, April 6, 2026 around 4 p.m.

The players

El Paso County Sheriff's Office

The local law enforcement agency that ordered the evacuation in response to the Outback View wildfire.

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What’s next

Authorities will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates on the fire's size and containment efforts as more information becomes available.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the ongoing threat of wildfires in Colorado, and the importance of heeding evacuation orders promptly to protect public safety when these dangerous events occur.