Crews fight large grass fire as Douglas County remains under burn ban

DOUGLAS CO., Kan. (KCTV) - First responders continue to fight a large grass fire in western Douglas County as a burn ban remains in effect for the area.

Douglas County Emergency Management announced around 1:40 p.m. that community members should avoid the area of N. 2150 and E. 225 Rd. as crews respond to a large grass fire nearby.

Emergency Management officials indicated that crews from the surrounding areas continue to respond. Drivers should avoid the area and allow first responders room to work.

Department leaders noted that a burn ban is in effect for Douglas County; residents should not spark any fires.

No further information has been released.