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Pre-evacuations and evacuations for the Meridian Fire have been lifted, according to the El Paso County Sheriff's Office.

Upper South East Moderate 23 Extreme 50 High 29 Moderate 20 Lower South East Moderate 22 Extreme 54 High 43 High 25 Fire Danger Ratings are routinely issued by 5 pm daily during the fire season.