Boulder wildfire burning southwest of Chautauqua, crews responding

This is a developing story. It was last updated at 1:25 p.m. on Feb. 28.

Crews with Boulder Fire-Rescue are responding to the Bluebell wildfire burning southwest of Chautauqua in Boulder, according to the department.

Emergency officials issued an evacuation warning for the Chautauqua Cottages area at 1:25 p.m. Friday due to the wildfire. Residents can visit BOCO911Alert.org for a map of the affected area and additional information.

Evacuation zones for Bluebell Fire. Via Boulder County

The fire was initially estimated at about half an acre, burning in light, flashy fuels and spreading into nearby trees at a moderate rate, per the first unit on scene, according to Watch Duty.

Courtesy of WatchDuty App

Officials have called in two helicopters to assist and said crews are working to secure a water supply as they continue suppression efforts, according to scanner traffic. Around 1:20 p.m., four engines and one module were ordered to the scene. Smoke was visible in the area. More information was expected as the response continued.

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