RAWLINS COUNTY —The town of Herndon has been placed under an evacuation order. A large grass fire is headed toward the community, according to the Rawlins County Sheriff's office. Just after 4p.m. the fire was approximately 4-5 miles northwest of Herndon moving southeast, according to Rawlins County Emergency Management.
The residents of the community are asked to shelter in Atwood at the Redeemer Lutheran Church, 808 1st Street. There were no injuries reported as of 3:30p.m. Tuesday. Check the post for additional details as they become available.