Firefighters Rush To Put Out Grass Fire Caused By Fireworks
ELIZABETH, Colo. (CBS4)- Firefighters in Elizabeth had a close call on the Fourth of July that they say proves just how dangerous fireworks are with the dry conditions.
At noon Wednesday, Elizabeth fire crews responded to a brush fire on the side of the road at Morgan Trail and Cimarron Trail. The fire was started by fireworks most likely thrown from a car.
At noon today Elizabeth Fire responded to a brush fire along the side of the road at Morgan Trail and Cimarron Trail. The fire was started by fireworks most likely thrown from a car. Thankfully, the grasses... https://t.co/ikc1Rcfkph
— Elizabeth Fire (@Elizabeth_Fire) July 4, 2018
Firefighters say thankfully the grasses in that area had been mowed which led to the slow-moving wildfire. Crews were able to quickly extinguish the fire.
Some responsible young residents also chipped in to help put out the flames.
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