Fast-moving grass fire contained near homes in Colorado Springs

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) — The Colorado Springs Fire Department is investigating multiple fires from Jan. 4, including a one-acre grass fire near Eagle Rock Road and Stanton Road that came within feet of nearby homes. Red Flag warnings have continued into Jan. 5

Even a day later, you can still smell the smoke in the area, with grass remaining extremely dry.

Video from the scene shows flames moving quickly through dry grass and coming dangerously close to nearby homes. Colorado Springs Fire Department crews responded swiftly and brought the fire under control before it spread further…

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