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Small grass fire burns near New Leicester Hwy in AshevilleAsheville NC

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Near New Leicester Hwy, Asheville, NC 28806

A small grass fire called the New Leicester Fire is burning near New Leicester Highway in Asheville. The fire is about one-tenth of an acre and could grow to 1 to 5 acres. No buildings are at risk. Firefighters and emergency medical services are at the location. The fire was caused by debris burning.

Audio|Source: Transylvania County Fire and EMS
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Transcript:
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fire name is the New Leicester Fire.
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near New Leicester Highway.
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(number withheld) breaks.
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1 tenth acre in tall grass, fire growth potential 1 to 5 acres.
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No structures.
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Resources on scene, West Bunkum fire department 157 and crew.
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and morning ticket will be issued.
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We're going to be here for just in the line on the Charlie Flank of this.
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Okay, get the closure calls.
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Yeah, Kyle will be debris burning.
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See what, Kyle.
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OPD Medic 3.
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Go ahead, Medic 3.
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Medic 3 is on scene.
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Copy Medic 3 on scene.

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Near New Leicester Hwy, Asheville, NC 28806

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