Large Grass Fire Spreads Near Turnpike

From Staff ReportsThe westbound lane of Turner Turnpike is closed due to a large grass fire and multiple-vehicle collision, according to the Oklahoma Highway Patrol. Troopers are assisting the county with evacuations, and the Stroud and Chandler fire departments are responding to the fire. Monday was also deemed a red flag fire alert by the Oklahoma City Fire Department, largely due to high winds sweeping across the metro. Check NewsOK.com for updates.