Eagle County officials issued evacuation orders Tuesday for residents south of Eagle-Thomasville Road as the Thomasville Fire threatened local structures [1].
The orders were prompted by the fire's high potential to spread rapidly across the landscape. Because the blaze is burning near residential areas and critical infrastructure, immediate relocation was deemed necessary for public safety [2].
The fire was first reported at approximately 1:27 p.m. on June 9, 2026 [3]. It is currently burning northeast of Ruedi Reservoir near the Pitkin County line [4].
According to reports, the fire has grown to 15 acres [5]. The evacuation zone extends from Crooked Creek Pass to the county line, encompassing all residents living south of Eagle-Thomasville Road [1].
Eagle County Emergency Management coordinated the response to ensure residents could exit the area before the fire reached the roadway. The proximity to the county line has required careful monitoring of the blaze's movement toward the Pitkin County border [4].
Emergency crews are working to contain the perimeter while monitoring wind conditions that could push the flames toward further structures. Officials said they have not yet announced a timeline for when residents may return to their homes [1].
“Evacuation orders were issued for residents south of Eagle-Thomasville Road.”
The rapid issuance of evacuation orders for a relatively small 15-acre fire indicates that the terrain and fuel conditions in southern Eagle County are currently highly volatile. By prioritizing immediate evacuation over containment attempts in inhabited areas, officials are mitigating the risk of entrapment in a region where limited access roads, such as Eagle-Thomasville Road, can quickly become bottlenecks during emergencies.
