Madison Fire responding to fire near power pole

The Madison Fire Department responded to a brush fire in the Moody area, close to 8000 East and 500 North in the Moody Canyon around 5:45 Thursday night.

The fire department found an area about a half-acre in size burning in a steep canyon with a thick brush and sagebrush.

Around 8:15, the fire had grown to three acres.

The fire looks to have started at the base of a power pole, but there is no sign to the power lines.

The ignition is unknown at this time.

The Chief of Madison Fire Department, Corey Child says “This fire is a good indicator of the dry conditions we’re entering into now. It’s a good reminder to use caution regarding any fire in the out-of-doors.”

Steep terrain and thick brush contributed to the spread of the fire.

Fire crews are expected to remain on scene until about midnight to make sure all hot spots are extinguished.

Madison Fire Department responded with 12 personnel in 2 brush trucks, 1 water tender, and two command vehicles.