Large Dayslong Fire Extinguished In Woodward County

A large fire that began burning Monday in Woodward County has been extinguished.

Friday, July 29th 2022, 11:57 am

By: News 9


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A large fire that began burning Monday in Woodward County has been extinguished.

According to Woodward County Emergency Management Director Lt. Matt Lehenbauer, firefighters now have "full containment of the fire."

The fire command is standing down and will begin long-term recovery sources for ranchers beginning Monday, Lehenbauer said.

Related: More Than 19,000 Acres Burned In Mooreland Fire

Oklahoma state forester Mark Goeller told News 9 Thursday morning that the fire was approximately 20 percent contained.

Related: Mooreland Fire Is 20 Percent Contained, State Forester Says

Lehenbauer cited Friday morning's rain as a catalyst for getting the fire extinguished at a quicker rate.

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