Some evacuations lifted after Colorado wildfire 21 percent contained

As of this morning, a wildfire that forced evacuations in Colorado was deemed 21 percent contained.

The wildfire south of Boulder forced nearly 20,000 people to flee their homes. There are over 100 firefighters battling the fire.

So far the fire has burned 81 hectares and has come within 914 metres of homes. The wildfire started on Saturday west of Boulder.

There have been no reports of injuries or any structures damaged.

Most of the evacuation orders have since been lifted.