Jefferson County sheriff conducting door-to-door evacuations for grass fire

DENVER (KDVR) — A grass fire has ignited near Highway 285 and North Turkey Creek Road, officials reported Sunday afternoon.

The fire closed Highway 285 at North Turkey Creek Road in both directions.

The Colorado Department of Transportation reported the road closure between North Turkey Creek Road and Summer Road. The Jefferson County Sheriff's Office said deputies were going from door to door in the area to ensure residents were evacuated.

The area is near Indian Hills, between Mount Falcon, Lone Peak and Mount Lindo. The sheriff's office did not know if any structures were threatened, or the size of the...