Aspen Acres Fire Shatters Records | Denver News

Colorado’s largest and most unpredictable wildfire yet, the Aspen Acres blaze, has scorched over 115 square miles and now ranks as the state’s eighth-largest fire in history. With terrifying overnight growth and dangerous behavior, it’s forced thousands to flee their homes in Pueblo and Custer counties — including the middle-of-the-night evacuation of Colorado City. Officials scramble to assess damage as the fire inches closer to Bishop’s Castle, a major tourist destination. Law enforcement calls the fire’s erratic spread “unlike anything in decades,” prompting more mandatory evacuations and urging residents to prepare. Meanwhile, other fires — including the expanding Ferris and Gold Mountain blazes — threaten thousands more homes. And in a heartbreaking turn, three firefighters lost their lives battling a Mesa County blaze last week; a memorial service is set for Sunday in Grand Junction to honor their sacrifice. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/72aebd971eede27d