UPDATE: THURSDAY 8/24/2023 1:45 p.m.

(COLORADO SPRINGS) — The Colorado Springs Fire Department reports the fire is under control. CSFD said crews will remain on scene for another hour or so while firefighters work to extinguish hot spots.

THURSDAY 8/24/2023 12:11 p.m.

The Colorado Springs Fire Department (CSFD) is on the scene of a fire in southeast Colorado Springs.

The fire is happening at 3315 Drennan Industrial Loop off of Astrozon Boulevard near Hancock Expressway. CSFD said a second alarm has been called. CSFD is advising the public to stay away from that area of the city.

  • Black smoke rising in the distance
    Courtesy: FOX21 Storm Team meteorologist Ryan Matoush
  • Black smoke rising in the distance
    Courtesy: FOX21 Storm Team meteorologist Ryan Matoush
  • Smoke rises behind a building labeled scrap processing
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  • Water sprays behind a dumpster as smoke rises
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FOX21 has a crew on the way and will update this article as we learn more.