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Evacuation orders lifted for northeastern Colorado town of Padroni due to fire

By Jennifer McRae

Updated on: February 25, 2026 / 10:10 PM MST / CBS Colorado

Grass fire in Logan County forced evacuations in the afternoon

Evacuation orders were lifted for the northeastern Colorado town of Padroni on Wednesday afternoon after what was described as a large grass fire was threatening the area. The town is located north of Sterling, which sent resources to the fire along with several other agencies.

The fire burned 4,000 acres in the area of Highway 113 at mile marker 12 in Logan County. Residents in the area were ordered to leave their homes for several hours.

Padroni is located about 137 miles northeast of Denver.

Jennifer McRae

Jennifer McRae is a digital media producer for CBS Colorado with more than 25 years of experience in news. Jennifer is part of the digital team recognized for excellence for Best Website several times by the Colorado Broadcasters Association.