Redmond Fire and Rescue responded to a brush fire Tuesday afternoon to the east of LKQ Brad’s Auto Parts. The fire first reported around 1:00 p.m.
Responding units could see a visible column off smoke from a distance and requested additional units to respond. Upon arrival units advised that the fire had a moderate rate of spread to the west with a north wind pushing the fire to the south.
Fire crews made an aggressive attack on the head of the fire and were able to stop the forward progress of the fire.
Fire investigator arrived on scene and in coordination Redmond Police determined that a male adult was illegally burning trash and an ember escaped the fire and ignited the nearby vegetation. The fire burned approximately 2 acres.
The male adult was arrested by Redmond Police and charged with reckless burning.
Redmond Fire & Rescue would like to thank Redmond Police, Bend Fire & Rescue and BLM Fire for their assistance.
Redmond Fire & Rescue would like to remind everyone that we are still in an active burn ban. Please continue to do your part to prevent wildfires.
