30 Acres Burned

(SCOTTSBLUFF, Neb.) — Scottsbluff Rural Fire Department was dispatched to a large grass fire in the area of CR C and Sugar Factory Road at 9:30 a.m. on June 12, 2024.

A controlled burn that had gotten out of control was quickly extinguished. Gusty winds at the time of the fire were a contributing factor to the fire getting out of control.

The fire burned approximately 30 acres. Minatare Fire responded with a Type 6 to assist with extinguishment. All units cleared the scene at 11:00 a.m.