Fire near Alberstons quickly put out with fast work by fire crews

Medford, Ore. – Around eight Sunday night, Medford fire crews were called to a grass field near the Albertsons on West Main.

The flames reached almost a half an acre, but because of the open field around the fire. Crews were able to knock it down quickly. Authorities tell us that a transient camp nearby caused the fire, but as of Monday night, they’re not completely sure what started the fire.

“We did notice it was a known transient area, so there were 5 or 6 active transient camps so we’re reaching out to MPD to make sure we’re working together to get those folks a new place to go,” fire investigator, Chase Browing said.

Medford Fire-Rescue wants to remind everyone that we are still in fire season, despite the cooler temperatures outside.