Quarry fire evacuation sites and road closures

Nearly 600 homes were evacuated in south Jefferson County Wednesday because of the growing Quarry fire in an unincorporated part of the county. The blaze, which started overnight, was 341 acres and was uncontained, officials said.

As of Wednesday afternoon, about 75 firefighters and two aircraft were working to contain the fire.

If the Quarry fire were to enter residential areas, firefighters would shift priorities from suppressing the fire to protecting structures, said the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office at a media briefing Wednesday morning.

CPR News has gathered information on areas currently affected by the fire, as well as evacuation centers. We will continue to update this page as more information becomes available.

Areas under evacuation orders

Jeffcom is maintaining an interactive map with the most up-to-date information on areas that are under evacuation orders.

Evacuation centers

Dakota Ridge High School
13399 W. Coal Mine Ave., Littleton

Small animals can be taken to Foothills Animal Shelter
580 McIntyre Street, Golden

The Foothills Animal Shelter has set up a resource for community members to offer evacuee hosting. Visit their Facebook page for more information.

Large animals should be taken to the Jefferson County Fairgrounds
15200 W. 6th Ave., Golden

Sign up for emergency alerts

Residents of Jefferson County, Broomfield, Westminster, and Clear Creek County can opt in to emergency alerts by using this form.

Help for families and staff of Jeffco Public Schools

Families and staff of Jeffco Public Schools who are affected by the fire
Call Family Response Service Team at 303-982-FRST (3778) or email [email protected] to be guided to resources and support.