Colorado: Investigators say Hewlett Fire was human-caused

Blaze near Fort Collins grows to almost 1,000 acres

Hewlett Fire map in Poudre Canyon

The Hewlett Fire now encompasses a 982-acre footprint in Poudre Canyon.

By Summit Voice

SUMMIT COUNTY — Fire experts in Colorado now say they believe the Hewlett Fire, which has grown to almost 1,000 acres, was human-caused, though the exact source of ignition remains under investigation.

According to the latest Inciweb.org update on the fire, a firefighter suffered minor injuries and was treated and release. About 200 firefighters are involved in the suppression and control efforts. (more…)

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