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Red Cross Evacuation Center in Highlands Ranch

DENVER, COLORADO, MONDAY, JUNE 29, 2020, 6:40 PM

The American Red Cross of Colorado has closed the evacuation center at Thunder Ridge High School, 1991 W. Wildcat Reserve Parkway, Highlands Ranch, CO. The mandatory evacuation order prompted by the Chatridge 2 Fire, has been lifted, allowing displaced residents to return home.

DENVER, COLORADO, MONDAY, JUNE 29, 2020, 2:23 PM

Our amazing volunteers are on scene at our evacuation center at Thunder Ridge High School, 1991 W. Wildcat Reserve Parkway, Highlands Ranch, CO., providing a place for residents displaced by the Chatridge #2 fire to gather and receive care from Red Cross volunteers.

A second team of volunteers are at the incident command post to support the firefighters and law enforcement who are managing and responding to the crisis. The Red Cross Emergency Response Vehicle, filled with snacks, water, Gatorade and emergency supplies is on scene.

A Red Cross volunteer at the evacuation center has told us that she and her team of volunteers will continue to support the community as long as they are needed.

South Metro Fire Rescue next to the American Red Cross Emergency Response Vehicle at the Chatridge 2 Fire near Highlands Ranch, CO.
The American Red Cross Emergency Response Vehicle at the Chatridge 2 Fire near Highlands Ranch, CO. June 30, 2020
American Red Cross volunteers Pete and Linda responding to the Chatridge 2 Fire near Highlands Ranch, CO. June 30, 2020
American Red Cross volunteer provides water to Douglas County Sheriff's Safety Patrol Officer.
American Red Cross volunteer provides water to a member of the South Metro Fire Rescue team.
American Red Cross volunteers, Diana, Bill and Clark unload water and snacks for residents gathered at the evacuation center.

DENVER, COLORADO, MONDAY, JUNE 29, 2020, 1:30 PM

The American Red Cross of Colorado has opened an evacuation center at Thunder Ridge High School, 1991 W. Wildcat Reserve Parkway, Highlands Ranch, CO.

The Chatridge 2 Fire started earlier today. Due to high winds, dry vegetation and difficult terrain, the fire continues to burn. Residents living in and near the impacted areas have been asked to evacuate. The Red Cross has opened an evacuation center to provide a place for people to gather. Due to COVID19, we are asking residents to stay inside their vehicles at the evacuation center, in order to provide the healthiest environment possible. Red Cross volunteers will be on hand to provide emergency supplies, snacks and water.