COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KOAA) — The Colorado Springs Fire Department (CSFD) has contained a fire burning near Wooten Road and Town Center Drive, which is located on the southeast side of the city.
According to the department, the fire was reported to be 40 feet by 40 feet in size and spreading in the grass.
#ColoradoSpringsFire is on scene of a #workinggrassfire in the area of Town Center Dr and Wooten Rd
— Colorado Springs Fire Department (@CSFDPIO) July 14, 2026
Crews on scene report an approx 40 x 40ft grass fire spreading. Please avoid the area as crews respond. pic.twitter.com/MEmIDixSRo
Around 2:30 p.m., CSFD said the fire was contained. The cause of the fire is under investigation.
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