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Grass Fire in Boulder County Burns 35 Acres, Evacuations Lifted

1/6/2026

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Story summary

A grass fire in southeastern Boulder County burned 35 acres, prompting temporary evacuation orders for nearby neighborhoods including parts of Louisville and Lafayette.
The fire was reported around 3 p.m. on January 5, 2026, with smoke visible across the area.
Local fire departments contained the blaze while firefighters remained on-site to monitor hotspots.
Evacuation orders were lifted by 4:30 p.m.
One southbound lane of Highway 287 remains closed.

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Story summary

A grass fire in southeastern Boulder County burned 35 acres, prompting temporary evacuation orders for nearby neighborhoods including parts of Louisville and Lafayette.
The fire was reported around 3 p.m. on January 5, 2026, with smoke visible across the area.
Local fire departments contained the blaze while firefighters remained on-site to monitor hotspots.
Evacuation orders were lifted by 4:30 p.m.
One southbound lane of Highway 287 remains closed.