East Troublesome Fire facts for kids
The East Troublesome fire was a huge wildfire that happened in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado, United States. It started on Wednesday, October 14, 2020, around 4:00 PM, near a place called East Troublesome Creek. The exact reason why it started is still a mystery. This fire grew very quickly and became one of the biggest wildfires ever recorded in Colorado's history.
What Was the East Troublesome Fire?
The East Troublesome fire was a massive wildfire that burned a large area in Grand County, Colorado. It was located west of the famous Rocky Mountain National Park. Wildfires are uncontrolled fires that spread through forests, grasslands, and other natural areas. They can be very dangerous and cause a lot of damage.
How Did the Fire Start and Grow?
The East Troublesome fire began in the afternoon of October 14, 2020. It started near a small stream known as East Troublesome Creek. While many wildfires are caused by lightning or human activity, the cause of this particular fire remains unknown.
Rapid Expansion of the Fire
Just a few days after it started, the fire grew incredibly fast. On October 21, it was about 40,000 acres in size. But by October 22, it had exploded to around 125,000 acres! To give you an idea, an acre is about the size of a football field. So, 125,000 acres is a huge area, larger than many cities. This rapid growth made it the fourth largest wildfire ever recorded in Colorado's history at that time.
