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By KCNC Staff     RIO BLANCO COUNTY, Colorado (KCNC) — The Oil Springs Fire burning 42 miles north of Grand Junction experienced huge growth Sunday — going from 500 acres to 5,000 acres in 24 hours. “The fire had significant growth today, having multiple spot fires and crossing Highway 139. Firefighters are still witnessing active fire behavior due to dry conditions, receptive fuels and wind,” officials stated. Road closures and evacuation orders are now in place. The Oil Springs Fire put out a plume of smoke so large that it could be seen on visible satellite data. There are cu...

While the smoky haze over the state is actually from Arizona, as of June 22, there are eight active wildfires in Colorado. The Colorado Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management shows four active fires in the state, however KDVR has reported on eight total. Here's where they are burning: Get our free mobile app Sylvan Lake State Park Fire is near Eagle, was reported on Sunday, June 20, and has burned over 2,600 acres. Lightning is the suspected cause, according to KDVR. Muddy Slide Fire was also reported on Sunday, June 20, and has burned 165 acres in Routt National Forest. F...