Residents Warned, Elementary School Classes Canceled As Officials Evaluate Risks From El Paso County Tire Fire

The ongoing tire fire in the Midway Ranches area has prompted El Paso County officials to cancel Tuesday classes at a nearby elementary school and warn residents of possible health effects from the smoke. Residents within a half-mile of the tire fire near the 20800 block of Prairie Fire Point should "consider leaving the area if they begin to experience health impacts such as nose or throat irritation or if they have underlying cardiovascular conditions that may be aggravated by smoke," a county news release says. Classes are canceled Tuesday at Prairie Heights Elementary School, 7930 Indian Village Heights, "to allow thorough inspection of the building for possible smoke impacts," the county release says. Read more on Colorado Springs Gazette