Riesel, TX — A large grass and structure fire in Riesel prompted a multi-agency response Saturday afternoon, with officials reporting the fire was contained shortly after crews arrived.
According to the Robinson Volunteer Fire Department, its crews were requested for mutual aid at approximately 12:55 p.m. and responded with an engine, tender and rehabilitation trailer.
By approximately 1:30 p.m., the fire had been contained.
Agencies assisting the Riesel Fire Department included:
• Robinson Volunteer Fire Department
• Golinda Volunteer Fire Department
• Mart Volunteer Fire Department
• City of Lacy Lakeview Fire Department
• Hallsburg VFD
• Waco-McLennan County Office of Emergency Management
• McLennan County Sheriff’s Office
No information regarding injuries, the extent of damage or the cause of the fire was provided in the initial update.