Fireworks may be to blame for fire in Monument

By Nia Bender

MONUMENT –  Investigators say they believe kids playing with fireworks may be responsible for a grass fire east of Lewis-Palmer High School on Leggins Way in the open space. A utility crew working in the area managed to keep the fire from spreading until fire crews arrived.

The cause of the fire appears to be Fireworks and witnesses point to several kids running away from the fire after it started. If you have information about the fire or individuals involved, please contact them at (719) 484-0911.

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