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Black Forest Fire rages on: Over 94,000 acres evacuated, 360 homes destroyed

At a press conference this morning, El Paso County Sheriff Maketa updated the community on the status of the horrific Black Forest Fire. The evacuation area now encompasses 94,000 acres, and 360 homes have already been destroyed, making this the most destructive wildfire in Colorado’s history:

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Those numbers are expected to grow.

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Homes that had been spared have been consumed by the flames:

https://twitter.com/SunflowerSpruce/status/345203263685160960

There is reportedly little to no containment:

And the winds are a critical factor in the fire’s development.

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There’s a strong military presence in the community:

A bit of good news amidst the ashes:

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And an encouraging display of community goodwill:

The sheriff will hold another briefing later this afternoon:

Our thoughts and prayers are with all those affected.

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Previous coverage:

#BlackForestFire consumes 400 acres, up to 60 homes in Colorado [pics, video]; Update: 2,500 homes evacuated; Update: 8,000 acres, 0 containment

Devastation continues: #BlackForestFire and #RoyalGorgeFire updates

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