Plainview Fire Breaks Out Near Highways 72 and 93

The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office (JSCO) announced at 9:24 a.m. this morning that a grass fire had broken out on the railroad tracks near the intersection of Colorado State Highways 72 and 93.

JCSO responded to the scene of the fire, dubbed the Plainview Fire, with roads closed in all directions. At 9:30 a.m., Arvada Police issued a pre-evacuation order for Candelas, Canyon Pines, Blue Mountain Estates, Leyden Rock, and the in-between industrial areas.

Stage 1 fire restrictions are currently enacted in the area east of CO-93, from its southern Boulder County boundary intersection through its intersection with CO-119, due to increased risks from high temperature and low moisture.

At 10:00 a.m., wind gusts were logged at 9 mph to the west, with the fastest wind speeds predicted to reach 13.9 mph by 3 p.m. Temperatures were logged at 53 degrees Fahrenheit, with a wind chill of 43 degrees and 32% humidity.

The Boulder County Sheriff’s Office (BSCO) announced at 10:11 a.m. that the Plainview Fire has been 80% contained, with additional support from Arvada Fire, Boulder Fire-Rescue, BSCO, Coal Creek Canyon Fire, and the Colorado Department of Transportation. Crews also began mop-up operations.

JSCO says to avoid the area due to ongoing fire suppression efforts and road closures. They do not believe that the Plainview Fire relates directly to the railroad tracks.

Video credit: Jamie Lammers, February 07, 2026

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