Fire ignites at Dick’s Sporting Goods, evacuating Chapel Hills Mall
Colorado Springs firefighters have removed a trash compactor that ignited in the Dick’s Sporting Goods at the Chapel Hills Mall around 3:50 p.m. on Tuesday, the department posted on social media.
No injuries were reported, and CSFD had asked people to avoid the area.
After the fire was located, crews began firefighting efforts by 4 p.m.
By 6 p.m., CSFD reported that the mall had reopened except for the sporting goods store, as firefighters attempted to remove the still burning compactor from the building. All smoke had been cleared from the mall.
Crews were able to remove the compactor with help from Randy’s Towing and will remain on scene until it is fully extinguished, according to CSFD.
The cause of the fire is under investigation.
#Update: With the assistance from Randy’s Towing to fully remove the compactor from the structure, CSFD crews are making progress on full extinguishment and overhaul. T19, E19, and BC3 will remain on scene to complete the work. The cause is under investigation. pic.twitter.com/2gvu0U22kt
— Colorado Springs Fire Department (@CSFDPIO) August 19, 2026
