Thornton, Colorado Fire Forces Evacuations of Homes, Businesses and High School as I-25 Shuts Down Between 104th Avenue and U.S. 36
THORNTON, COLORADO — Evacuation orders were issued after a fire broke out in Thornton, prompting authorities to clear homes, businesses and a local high school while shutting down a major stretch of Interstate 25.
According to the alert, evacuations are underway in parts of Thornton due to an active fire. Officials confirmed that I-25 is closed in both directions between 104th Avenue and U.S. 36, creating significant traffic disruptions in the north Denver metro area.
Homes, Businesses and High School Affected
Emergency officials ordered evacuations impacting:
- Residential neighborhoods
- Local businesses
- A high school in Thornton
The urgency of the evacuation suggests concerns about fire spread and public safety near populated areas. Smoke from the fire was visible across the area, prompting precautionary measures.
Authorities have not yet released details about how the fire started or the total acreage involved.
Major Interstate Closure Disrupts Traffic
The shutdown of Interstate 25 between 104th Avenue and U.S. 36 is a major development, as this corridor is a primary north-south route through Colorado’s Front Range.
Motorists are being forced to reroute, and significant delays are expected during peak travel times.
Drivers in the Denver metro area are advised to:
- Avoid I-25 near Thornton
- Seek alternate routes
- Monitor local traffic advisories
Emergency Response Underway
Fire crews and law enforcement remain on scene managing the blaze and coordinating evacuations. The priority remains containment of the fire and ensuring public safety.
It remains unclear how long evacuation orders and highway closures will stay in place.
What Residents Should Do
Residents in the affected Thornton areas should:
- Follow official evacuation instructions immediately
- Avoid returning home until authorities give clearance
- Monitor local emergency channels for updates
Anyone traveling near northern Denver should check road conditions before heading out.
This is a developing situation, and more details are expected as emergency crews continue working the scene.
Stay with WaldronNews.com for continuing updates on this breaking emergency in Thornton, Colorado.