FORT CARSON — Fort Carson Fire is responding to a grass fire in the training area of the base.
According to Fort Carson officials, smoke will be visible with the heavy winds.
Update at 4:13 p.m.
Fort Carson released the following statement regarding the ongoing grass fire.
“Fort Carson Fire Department is responding to a grass fire within the installation’s training area. At approximately 3:45, an estimated 500 acres had been affected. Colorado Springs Utilities is providing assistance at this time. As a result of high winds, smoke will continue to be visible in the surrounding area.”
Fort Carson Officials
Officials say that no roads or buildings are at risk at this time.
Union workers at King Soopers stores in Pueblo are set to go on strike on Friday
The announcement came from Local 7 President Kim Kordova on Thursday during a news conference, according to Scripps News Denver.
Union workers at King Soopers stores in Pueblo are set to go on strike on Friday
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