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Chico Lane FireLocation: approximately 6.5 miles southeast of Big LakeSize: 8,000 acresContainment: 100%The Chico Lane Fire is 100% contained and has been turned back over to the local fire department to monitor.

Chico Lane FireLocation: approximately 6.5 miles southeast of Big LakeSize: estimated 8,000 acresContainment: 95%Crews have made good progress throughout the day on containment line construction and have begun patrolling the fire edge for hot spots to mop up. Engines will be utilized to put out any hot spots that could threaten the containment line.   

Chico Lane FireLocation: approximately 6.5 miles southeast of Big LakeSize: estimated 8,000 acresContainment: 80%Overnight, crews made significant progress on containment of the Chico Lane Fire. Containment lines were constructed with heavy equipment and burn out operations were conducted to remove unburned fuel between the containment lines and the fire edge. Crews worked into the early morning hours and will return at daylight to continue suppression efforts.

The Chico Lane Fire in Reagan and Irion Counties is growing rapidly and heading towards the town of Barnhart. Hwy 67 will be severely impacted by smoke and fire. Any travelers in the area should use extreme caution due to heavy smoke and responders on the highway working to contain the fire. Citizens and travelers should pay close attention to local news and law enforcement agencies for road closures and possible evacuation orders.