CHELSEA, Okla. — Fire crews had a busy weekend in Rogers County, battling wildfires in the gusting wind.
The fire started near Chelsea just before noon on Saturday, burning 500 to 700 acres and destroying one camper. No homes were damaged, but 10 homes did get evacuated as a precaution.
Fire crews went back out to Chelsea on Sunday afternoon after getting a call about the fire flaring back up.
The 2 News Severe Weather team is tracking strong winds across the area.
Officials said 70 firefighters were on scene and would be working to contain the fire throughout the night. They are keeping people in the area updated on Facebook.
The cause is still under investigation but witnesses reported seeing a car driving from the area and fire officials said four fires started along the roadway.
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