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Attempted Controlled Burn Escapes From Homeowner In Nevada County

NEVADA COUNTY (CBS13) – Crews responded to a controlled burn that escaped from a homeowner in Nevada County on Thursday afternoon.

The fire is burning north of Rollins Lake, north of Colfax.

Cal Fire says it appears that a homeowner was attempting a controlled burn when it escaped.

Firefighters have stopped the forward progress. About 1 acre burned, Cal Fire says.

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