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Evacuations lifted for Meridian Fire near Colorado Springs Airport

By Jennifer McRae

Updated on: March 13, 2025 / 10:52 PM MDT / CBS Colorado

Wind whips wildfires in two different parts of the Colorado Springs area

Evacuations were lifted on Thursday night after a wildfire ignited near the Colorado Springs Airport during the day and burned about 2,500 acres. It was 70% contained at 10 p.m.

A fire was burning near the Colorado Springs Airport on Thursday afternoon. Colorado Springs Fire

The flames were fueled by strong winds in the area.

The evacuation area included homes, plus all of Schriever Space Force Base.

The Meridian Fire burned near the Colorado Springs Airport. KKTV 11News

A large plume of smoke was visible from the area. Firefighters said they were alerted to the fire around 1 p.m.

A helicopter was on the way to drop water on the flames.

A fire ignited near the Colorado Springs Airport on Thursday afternoon. KKTV 11News

Multiple crews responded to the fire burning near Meridian and Drennan Roads. What caused the fire is being investigated.

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.