Firefighters battle Colorado mountain fire

A photo of capturing the wildland fire between the towns of Breckenridge and Frisco. (from Reuters video file)

COLORADO, United States (Reuters) – On Wednesday (July 5), Colorado firefighters battled a wildland fire between the towns of Breckenridge and Frisco.

According to KUSA, authorities have begun to evacuate residents in Summit County.

The fast-moving fire sent a large plume of smoke into the sky.

Known for its winter ski resort and as the site of the National Repertory Orchestra, Breckenridge is home to many part-year residents who enjoy the area’s nature sites and recreational activities.