Fire Near Ameren Missouri Substation in Park Hills Contained

Park Hills, Mo. (KFMO) - Fire crews responded to a brush fire near the Ameren Missouri substation off St. Joe Drive in Park Hills on Tuesday.

The blaze scorched nearly two acres before firefighters successfully contained it. Big River Fire Department was in charge and had assistance from De Soto and Leadington Fire Departments. No injuries or damage to the substation were reported. Authorities have not yet determined the cause of the fire, however the dry, windy conditions most likely are the cause.

Residents are urged to use caution with open flames and follow local burn regulations, especially during dry and windy conditions.