Evacuees in Estes Park are facing gridlock traffic while fleeing the East Troublesome Fire

As the East Troublesome Fire erupted overnight, residents of Estes Park, Grand Lake and Granby are now heading to safety on short notice.

Parts of Estes Park are under mandatory evacuation. CPR Reporter Michael Sakas shared video via twitter.

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