Firefighters Get Quick Handle on Boundary Lane Grass Fire that Sparked to Life
Firefighters got a quick handle on a grass fire that broke out yesterday just west of Grants Pass.
On Tuesday at 12:20 p.m., Rural Metro Fire Department and Grants Pass Fire & Rescue responded to the reported fire in the 1400-block of Boundary Lane.
The fire -- which was stopped at approximately 3/4 of an acre -- was reported as an open burn that sparked to life after it was believed to be out by the property owner. The pile had been buried by dirt, but crept out and ignited a grass field after daytime temperatures rose and an afternoon breeze picked up.
As the Southwest Oregon region braces for the start of the 2025 fire season on Sunday, property owners attempting to complete yard clean-up projects using fire are urged to use extreme caution. This includes making sure burn piles are cold to the touch after applying large amounts of water.
Rural Metro officials said dirt -- if not applied correctly as an extinguishing agent -- can actually serve as an insulator, allowing fire to pop up days or weeks later.
Posted on 5/28/25 6:28AM by Sam Marsh
