Carson City Fire Department respond to brush fire near Fremont Elementary
UPDATE: Firefighters have been able to get a handle on the brush fire. The cause is under investigation.
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Carson City Fire Department and sheriff's deputies were called Monday shortly before 10 p.m. to a report of a brush fire burning in a field near Fremont Elementary School.
The brush fire, reported at around 10 p.m. was confirmed to be in a field near the school, 100 yards west of I-580 and was reported to be approximately 20 to 30 feet in size. No structures were immediately threatened, according to first responders on scene.
The cause of the fire is unknown at this time. People are advised to stay clear of the area.