Archive · 6 Jan 2026
Broomfield-Boulder Fire: Evacuations Ordered Near Lafayette and Louisville
A big fire is burning near the towns of Lafayette and Louisville in Colorado.
The fire is spreading, so people in those areas have been told to leave their homes right away.
The sheriff's office says the fire is moving east and northeast.
If you live nearby and feel unsafe, you should also leave, even if you haven't been directly told to evacuate.
This is to keep everyone safe from the fire.
Evacuations ordered for parts of Louisville and Lafayette, extending into Boulder County due to a brush fire.
Fire is spreading east and northeast, according to Boulder County Sheriff’s Office spokesperson Carrie Haverfield.
Residents under evacuation orders urged to leave immediately.
Those not under orders but feeling unsafe are encouraged to evacuate.
Evacuation information provided by Everbridge.
- Who
- Residents of parts of Louisville and Lafayette, extending into Boulder County
- What
- Evacuation orders issued due to a brush fire
- When
- Current (exact time not specified)
- Where
- Near Lafayette and Louisville, Colorado
- Why
- To ensure safety due to the spreading fire
- Location
- Near Lafayette and Louisville, Colorado
- Evacuation Orders
- Issued for parts of Louisville and Lafayette, extending into Boulder County
- Fire Spread
- Spreading east and northeast
- Evacuation Source
- Everbridge
- Sheriff's Office Spokesperson
- Carrie Haverfield
