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Strong winds, downed power lines blamed for Kansas grass fire

Photos Hutchinson Fire Department
Photos Hutchinson Fire Department

HUTCHINSON – Downed power lines are believed to be responsible for a fire in Reno County on Monday afternoon.

Just before 1 p.m. Hutchinson Fire Department Red Crew, under direction of Battalion Chief W. Lang responded to the canal area of Willowbrook for a grass fire, according to a social media report.

Upon arrival, units found a 1-2 acre fire that quickly spread to a total of 5 acres, due to the windy and dry conditions.

Screen Shot 2016-02-09 at 5.26.24 AMThe fire was controlled in 30 minutes, while units remained on scene for an hour overhauling and monitoring for hot spots. There was no damage to any structures.

No injuries were reported.

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