Station Info ·  Stay Connected ·  Online Extras
Mostly Cloudy
Temp: 87 F (31 C)
Humidity: 35
Heat Index: 86 F
Home   ·   News   ·   Weather   ·   Sports   ·   Lottery   ·   Health Info TV  ·   Recipes  ·   A Greener KAKEland  ·   Blogs  ·   Crimestoppers
Stay Connected With KAKE
E-News
Local news and weather delivered to your inbox twice a day
Health Info TV
Get the latest health news & reports

Kansas Now 22
24-hour local news, weather and sports on Cox Cable channel 22

KAKE First Alert
Instant access to local news and weather
KAKE On Your Cell
News, weather, sports and more on your cell phone or PDA
News Tip
Send your news tips to KAKE
As Seen On KAKE-TV
ABC
Your favorite ABC shows and ABC news programs

Johnson's Garden Time
Gardening Advice from the pros at Johnson’s Garden Centers
KAKE Sports Overtime Live
More than the scores, more than the highlights - every Sunday night at 10:35 PM

Lawyer on the Line
Roger Riedmiller, Esq. answers your legal questions
News Poll
Who will you vote for in the race for U.S. Senate?

Pat Roberts
Jim Slattery
I haven't decided


Grass Fires Consume 20 Acres Near Clearwater Save Email Print
Posted: 7:54 AM Apr 3, 2008
Last Updated: 8:40 AM Apr 3, 2008
Email Address: news@kake.com

A | A | A

Sedgwick County firefighters forced out last night after a grass fire consumed more than 20 acres of land.

The fire started at about 9 p.m. at 263rd St. W. and 79st St. S.

Terry Mauldin, Sedgwick County Fire division chief, said a man was starting a brush fire, when it apparently got out of control. The man failed to contact authorities, forcing fire crews to take down the blaze.

Mauldin said fire crews were able to get a good grip on the fire, but faced some difficulties in the sandy terrain. One fire truck remains stuck in the area.

The man who started the brush fire does have a burn permit, but Mauldin said he will not face any charges.

Instead, he must remain outside until the fire is extinguished. This incident could affect his ability to obtain future permits, Mauldin said.

No homes were in danger from the fire.

More Stories
Newton Soldier Funeral Arrangements

John Edwards Admits Affair; Denies Fathering Child

Slattery Outlines Proposal For Earmark Changes

$100,000 Headed To Chapman For Tornado Relief

Zebra Mussels Found At Cheney Lake

Century II Undergoing Remodel For First Time In 39 Years

Westar Announces Decline In 2nd Quarter Earnings

50th Anniversary Celebration of the Dockum Sit-In

As Seen on KAKE News
Community
Community calendar listing of events happening all across KAKEland
Cost Cutters
Money-saving tips
Entertainment
Ricky's Reviews, ABC Video Player, entertainment news & movie listings
Golden Apple
Nominate an outstanding teacher
GMK Birthdays
E-mail your birthday to Good Morning Kansas
Good Question
KAKE anchor Jeff Herndon provides answers to your good questions
Hatteberg's People
KAKE anchor Larry Hatteberg profiles ordinary Kansans doing extraordinary things
Piece of KAKE
KAKE TV has been the symbol of excellence in Kansas television for over 50 years. Take a look back at its history.
Reading Caravan
Nominate an elementary school library for a $500 grant
Schools
Local school & education news including weather related school closings
Susan's Kids
KAKE anchor Susan Peters profiles local kids looking for an adoptive home
National AP Video