Fire crews were battling a grass fire Thursday afternoon south of Lawrence, near Wells Overlook Park.

The fire started as a controlled burn in the 1300 block of North 1100 Road and got out of control, according to emergency dispatchers. It was reported about 3:40 p.m.

Fire crews were still on the scene after 6 p.m.

Wakarusa Township Fire Department responded, and other crews were assisting. Douglas County Emergency Management also was assisting with the incident. More information on the fire was not immediately available Thursday afternoon.

The incident prompted officials to fully or partially close North 1000 and 1100 roads between U.S. Highway 59 and East 1400 Road. All affected roads were reopened around 6 p.m., according to the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office.

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