LACEY, Wash. — A grass fire on the median just south of the Marvin Road Northeast overpass on Interstate 5 in Lacey reduced visibility for drivers, causing a backup for miles in both directions just in time for the afternoon commute.
Around 1:47 p.m. on Monday, Lacey Fire District 3 answered calls about a fire on the median on I-5 between Carpenter Road Northeast and Marving Road Northeast.
Callers reported a trailer lost its tire and caused the fire.
When crews arrived they found a 300 by 50-feet area of grass and light brush burning.
The left lane in both directions was closed as crews fought the flames.
Crews “knocked down the flames with 2 engines, 1 water tender and 1 brush rig,” Battalion Chief Tim Hulse said.
A cold/wet line was built around the burn area to prevent it from spreading.
Chief Hulse said that although there was still significant smoke in the area the fire was contained.
Crews will continue monitoring the area to ensure it doesn’t spread any further.
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