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UPDATE: Large Brush Fire in Barboursville Area; Appears Intentionally Set

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UPDATE 2/1/12 @ 12:05 a.m.
CABELL COUNTY, W.Va. (WSAZ) -- Firefighters from multiple departments remained at the scene of a large brush fire that started late Tuesday night.

The fire continued to burn early Wednesday.

Department of Natural Resources members worked to dig a fire stop. Firefighters from Ceredo, Green Valley and Ohio River Road departments helped fight the fire, while Barboursville firefighters ensured that nearby homes were protected.

West Virginia State Police officers also were at the scene after receiving information that the fire may have been intentionally set. It was reported just before 10 p.m. Tuesday.

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UPDATE 1/31/12 @ 10:55 p.m.
CABELL COUNTY, W.Va. (WSAZ) -- Several firefighters are battling a large brush fire late Tuesday night in the Barboursville area that appears to have been intentionally set, firefighters on the scene tell WSAZ.com.

The fire is near the 6400 block of Booten Creek Road, which is located near the western side of Barboursville Park.

Firefighters at the scene tell us it broke out about 10 p.m.

We also know West Virginia State Police are at the scene investigating. Also, forestry workers, as well as several fire crews, are working to keep the fire from spreading to some nearby homes and propane tanks.

We have a crew at the scene. Keep clicking on WSAZ.com for the latest information.



ORIGINAL STORY
CABELL COUNTY, W.Va. (WSAZ) -- Firefighters are on the scene of a brush fire late Tuesday night in the Barboursville area, Cabell County 911 dispatchers say.

It is in the 6400 block of Booten Creek Road, located near the western edge of Barboursville Park. It was reported about 10 p.m.

Forestry officials also were dispatched to the scene.

We have a crew headed to the scene.

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