Columbus firefighters respond to a large grass fire north of the City.

 

On Sunday afternoon, firefighters were called to the scene along K-7 just north of the City of Columbus after reports of a large grass fire in the area. The fire had spread along a two miles stretch of the roadway, prompting a quick response from Columbus Fire with mutual aid from the West Mineral and Scammon Fire Departments.

 

Firefighters quickly deployed several trucks and personnel to extinguish the blaze. There were no injuries reported and no structures were damaged.

 

Firefighters remind drivers that the recent hot weather has dried grasses and brush along roads and highways and ask that everyone use caution to avoid sparking a fire. Avoid dragging items such as chains and tie-downs and refrain from throwing cigarettes out of vehicle windows.

 

Photo courtesy Columbus Fire Department