Willow Bend Fire Forces Evacuation Warnings

Just over a hundred homes in Jefferson County, Colorado were sent preevacuation notices, on Monday.

A new fire began on the east side of Long Scraggy Peak.

Homes within a four mile radius were sent the notices, as the timber there is very dry, so flames could spread rapidly.

The Willow Bend Fire is under three acres, but close to homes.

Helicopters are helping the United States Forest Service in fighting it.