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Update: Cause Determined for Airport Fire Near Louviers

Louviers, CO – Crews remain hard at work today on the Airport Fire. Teams are taking advantage of cooler and wetter conditions, working toward full containment.

Following a thorough investigation by the South Metro Fire Rescue Fire Marshal’s Office, evidence indicates that the brush fire was ignited by activity associated with a passing train. Investigators identified ignition indicators and have video evidence along the rail line consistent withpassing train operations. No other ignition sources were found in the area, and the area of origin aligned with the train’s path at the time of the fire. Further updates will be provided as conditions evolve and containment goals are met.

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📷 : South Metro Fire Rescue, on Sunday.

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