Update: The fire in the semi truck seems to be extinguished, and crews are continuing to focus on the grass fire and the car. Reports are that the semi was off the road and had broken through a fence.
Update: Crews are working to contain the fire. Crews have been able to head the fire off to the north, and are fighting to prevent the westward spread of the fire
I-70 at mile post 142. Site of the Thursday afternoon grass fire.
through a milo field.
Rural fire crews are responding to a grass fire off I-70 near mile marker 142. Crews arrived on the scene and immediately called for additional assistance. A car, semi truck, and a great deal of grass is on fire. Initial reports are that the fire is burning through wheat stubble and is spreading rapidly.
At this time, a tanker and three trucks from Ellis county are responding to assist Trego county.
Stay tuned to Eagle Radio and Hays Post for updates as they become available.
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