HomeLocal NewsGrass Fire Progression Stopped South of Big Spring; 20-25 Structures SavedGrass Fire Progression Stopped South of Big Spring; 20-25 Structures SavedMon, September 14, 2026 by KBest News SHARE NOW Howard County Volunteer Fire Department BIG SPRING - Firefighters have stopped the progression of a grass fire along Colter Road south of Big Spring and are now mopping up hot spots, according to Howard County Volunteer Fire Department Assistant Chief Bacon.

Chief Bacon told KBest Media that firefighters are working alongside the Texas A&M Forest Service, Greenwood Volunteer Fire Department and Northeast Midland Volunteer Fire Department.

An estimated 20 to 25 structures were saved as crews battled the fire.