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Las Animas Fire Dept. Contains Escaped Controlled Burn Near Highway 101
Description: Fire crews rapidly contained an escaped controlled burn reported at 2:41 p.m. near Highway 101 and County Road DD.5. Local agencies including Las Animas Fire Department and Bent County responders assisted in the coordinated response. Read the Full Press Release from the Las Animas/Bent County Fire Department...
Escaped Controlled Burn Near Highway 101 and County Road DD.5 Quickly Contained by Fire Crews
At approximately 2:41 p.m. March 9, 2026, fire crews responded to a report of a controlled burn that had escaped containment near Highway 101 and County Road DD.5.
Upon arrival, fire crews quickly assessed the situation and initiated an aggressive initial attack to prevent the fire from spreading further. Crews utilized controlled burn operations and suppression tactics to safely slow the fire’s progression and establish containment lines.
Thanks to the rapid response and coordinated efforts of fire personnel and county workers, the fire was quickly contained. Crews remained on scene to monitor the area and ensure all remaining hot spots were fully extinguished.
Residents are reminded to use caution when conducting controlled burns and to monitor weather and wind conditions closely.
We wanted to say thank you to The Las Animas Fire Department, Bent County Road and Bridge, Bent County Sheriff’s Office, and DFPC for their assistance today.
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