A massive fire in northern Colorado burned hundreds of homes to the ground in a suburban area and forced tens of thousands of people to evacuate their homes as strong winds of more than 100 mph caused the fire to spread rapidly.
“Nearly 600 homes have been destroyed in the Marshall Fire – along with hotels, shopping centers and businesses. The fire had burned 1,600 acres and was still growing Thursday night,” CBS News Denver reported. “All residents in the Town of Superior and Louisville — and parts of Broomfield — were directed to evacuate due to threat of fire Thursday afternoon and evening.”
Images from local officials, journalists, and residents showed the enormity of the situation as it quickly spiraled out of control.