Evacuation notice lifted for Colorado residents near wildfire in Mesa County

Firefighters have contained a wildfire in western Colorado that broke out on Tuesday, and officials have lifted the evacuation order for nearby residents.

The Grand Junction Fire Department says the Reeder Mesa Fire sparked in the area near 7803 Reeder Mesa Road, southeast of Grand Junction.

Multiple agencies assisted in efforts to contain the fire, and firefighting aircraft were also called in. The fire department says several structures have been damaged by the fire. 

The Mesa County Sheriff's Office issued an evacuation order for the area of Blue Sage Dr. and Lands End Road, warning residents to evacuate immediately.

That order was later lifted after first responders contained the wildfire, and authorities say evacuated residents can now return to their homes.

The GJFD said firefighters have created a wet line around the south end of the fire, and the Reeder Mesa Fire is now fully contained.

"This is a good opportunity to sign up for Emergency Alerts. These address-based notifications can provide timely information about emergencies and important incidents that may impact your home, workplace, or neighborhood across Mesa County," the fire department said.