TWIN LAKES, Colo. — A wildfire is burning near Twin Lakes Tuesday afternoon, Lake County officials said.
The fire is burning near the Interlaken Historic District on the south side of the lake. Those who are near Interlaken and County Road 25 is asked to evacuate.
It’s not clear how large the fire is at this point.
Anyone who lives on Lost Canyon Road/County Road 30 is under a pre-evacuation order. People who live in that area should be ready to evacuate their homes.
Emergency responders are asking people to avoid the area and refrain from calling dispatch with questions so that crews can work.
Twin Lakes is a small town about 15 miles south of Leadville.
This is a developing situation. This article will be updated as information is confirmed.
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