A fire erupted at an oil and gas site just outside Windsor, Colorado, on Monday afternoon.
Flames and thick black smoke were clearly visible from the site, prompting a response from local fire crews and aerial monitoring by CBS Colorado’s helicopter.
Fire at Oil and Gas Facility Causes Black Smoke
Flames and thick black smoke billowed from the oil and gas site, seen clearly from the city limits of Windsor.
The fire, located near Weld County Road 15 and East Crossroads Boulevard, was visible from a distance, sending up a large plume of smoke.
Aerial footage captured the scene, showing active flames coming from an upright pipe and a blackened tank at the site.
Emergency crews were on-site, working to control the blaze and minimize its impact on the surrounding area.
Cause of the Fire Under Investigation
Investigators are currently working to determine the exact cause of the fire.
No injuries were reported at the scene, and there are no known risks to public safety at this time.
The fire is affecting the area near Northern Colorado Regional Airport, causing some concern among local residents.
Authorities have not yet confirmed whether the facility will continue operations following the incident, and the status of the investigation remains uncertain.
