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UPDATE 3:30 p.m.: Estevan Fire Rescue has confirmed the fire is under control. The public is still urged to stay away from the area, as emergency crews and police continue to monitor the situation. 

At first glance, dry grass and hot conditions in the area exacerbated the fire. Crews responded quickly to the scene of the fire, preventing it from spreading further. 

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This was the scene just after 3:30 p.m. near Woodlawn Regional Park, as fire crews contained a grass fire this afternoon. No word of an official cause, but preliminary reports suggest that a downed powerline could be to blame. (Lemuel Alquino/DiscoverEstevan)

We will have more on this story as we learn more. Original story below. 


BREAKING: A brush fire has broken out at a farm just south of Estevan, near Woodlawn Regional Park.

The fire is under control with preliminary reports suggesting a downed power line. The cause of the fire has not yet been confirmed. 

The entrance to Chow Field has been blocked off, with only emergency vehicles allowed through. 

Emergency crews, including the Estevan Fire Department, and Estevan Police Services are on the scene. They are urging the public to stay clear of the area. 

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