Caddo Fire District #4 responded on Feb. 28 to a fast-moving yard fire that spread quickly through dry grass and threatened nearby homes and an open field.

According to the department, crews were dispatched after receiving a report of a grass fire spreading at a rapid pace. Upon arrival, firefighters found flames advancing across dry vegetation under current dry conditions.

Officials said the fire began when a resident attempted to burn a hornets nest using gasoline and an open flame. The fire was left unattended and quickly grew beyond control.

Firefighters were able to contain and extinguish the blaze before it reached nearby structures or caused additional damage. No injuries were reported.

Fire officials reminded residents that burning under current conditions is prohibited and that any future burning, once allowed, must be conducted safely and attended at all times.

Authorities also urged residents to contact professional pest control services when dealing with hornets or other stinging insects rather than attempting to remove nests with fire.

Anyone who sees a fire getting out of control is advised to call 911 immediately.

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