LAKE HAVASU — At approximately 1:30 a.m. on Saturday, August 3, a brush fire was reported by passing motorists in the area of Body Beach. Witnesses described flames reaching approximately 20 feet in height. The first-arriving fire company confirmed an active brush fire in a location that was difficult to access. Fortunately, the fire was contained upon arrival and was not actively spreading.
Lake Havasu Fire Department responded with two engines and a Battalion Chief. Mutual aid was requested from Desert Hills Fire District, which responded with a Battalion Chief and a brush truck. The fire was extinguished and did not spread further. Fire crews remained on scene for an additional two hours to conduct overhaul operations.
For further information, contact the on-duty Battalion Chief at (928) 486-3507 or Fire Administration at (928) 855-1141.v
