The U.S. Forest Service assumed control of the Pearl Fire in Larimer County, currently at 138 acres with 0% containment. The fire was first reported on Monday near Red Feather Lakes, prompting mandatory evacuations for some areas. The fire is believed to be human-caused. The Forest Service took over command on Tuesday morning, with additional resources ordered. An evacuation center has been set up at Cache la Poudre Middle School, with arrangements for small and large animal evacuations. Larimer County Sheriff John Feyen praised the regional response to the fire and expressed support for affected residents. The current status of the fire has not been provided by the Forest Service.
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Pearl Fire: US Forest Service Assumes Control on Tuesday
