UPDATE: The evacuation order has now been lifted.

UPDATE: Burns residents are being told to evacuate because of the fire. The Town Hall is open for shelter, according to an emergency alert issued by the County.

Laramie County has issued an alert for a large fire in Burns.

The following message was posted on the Laramie County Sheriff's Office Facebook page: **Attention Burns Area residents** There is a structure fire at the corner of Washington and 2nd street avoid the area. If you are within 1000 feet please evacuate the area now. Townhall will be open for all residents who need to evacuate.''

People are being asked to avoid the area to allow first responders to access the area.

Laramie County's Most Wanted Fugitives

The Laramie County Sheriff's Office is currently looking for these individuals:

Gallery Credit: Joy Greenwald

 

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