A fire in west Vail, Colo., has forced residents from 11 homes.
The fire on Saturday engulfed three single-story homes and caused extensive damage to adjacent homes.
Interim Vail fire chief Steve Pischke says four of 11 units suffered extensive damage and the building will be condemned and torn down.
According to the Vail Daily, investigators believe the fire started in a wood stove.
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