Fire crews respond to structure fire in Rocky Ford

(ROCKY FORD, Colo.) — The Rocky Ford Police Department (RFPD) reported that multiple crews responded to a structure fire around 11th Street and Railroad Avenue on Friday, April 19.

RFPD posted on Facebook around 6 p.m. that the fire impacted an area from 10th Street through 12th Street and Railroad Avenue through Maple Avenue.

  • Fire crews respond to structure fire in Rocky Ford
    Courtesy: Rocky Ford Police Department
  • Fire crews respond to structure fire in Rocky Ford
    Courtesy: Rocky Ford Police Department
  • Fire crews respond to structure fire in Rocky Ford
    Courtesy: Rocky Ford Police Department

RFPD responded to the scene, along with other fire personnel and equipment from La Junta, Manzanola, and Fowler.

Widespread smoke is moving primarily in a west/southwest direction from the site. If anyone has health concerns regarding the potential effects of the smoke, it is advised to remain indoors and ensure your residence is sealed to reduce its impact on your health.

RFPD asks that people avoid the area to allow responders to extinguish the fire and maintain a safe perimeter.

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