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Large bush fire reported in China Spring, 100 percent contained

The fire was reported on the 14700 Block of Wortham Bend Rd. around 2 p.m., according to the Texas A&M Forest Service.

CHINA SPRING, Texas — The Quail Fire has now been completely contained after a lawnmower caused a large bush fire on Quail Haven Road and Culpepper Lane, according to the China Spring Volunteer Fire Department. 

The fire had burned an estimated 40 acres, according to China Spring Fire Department. Residents have since returned to the area after twenty-five homes were evacuated, according to the China Spring Volunteer Fire Department. 

The fire was reported on the 14700 Block of Wortham Bend Road around 2 p.m., according to the forest service. The China Spring Fire, West Shore Fire, Valley Mills Fire, Gholson Fire and Downsville Fire units also assisted in the fire, according to reports. 

China Spring Fire Department says they will be keeping a truck in the area overnight to put out hotspots and keep the situation under control.

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