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Firefighters Battle Vacaville Brush Fire That Spread To Roof Of Nearby Apartment Complex

VACAVILLE (CBS13) — Vacaville firefighters battled a vegetation fire in the area of Beelard Drive and Marshall Road Monday evening.

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(credit: Vacaville Fire Department)

According to the Vacaville Fire Chief, the fire spread to the roof of a nearby apartment complex in the 1700 block of Marshall Road.

As of 5:10 p.m., crews were able to put out the fire on the roof, but they were still working to contain the vegetation fire which jumped the creek, the chief said.

The cause of the fire is unknown at this time. No injuries have been reported.

Crews are expected to be on the scene or several hours Monday night.

This video was just captured at the fire along the creek at Beelard and Marshal. It shows the importance of a well-coordinated effort between the tree faller and the firefighters putting out the ensuing fire.

Posted by Vacaville Fire Dept on Monday, September 21, 2020

This is a developing story. Check back for updates. 

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