The lightning storms over the weekend sparked multiple fires in Adams and Grant Counties.

Fires Reported in Adams County

Adams County Fire District #2 said a fire started around 10 p.m. near Providence Road and Lind-Hatton Road. The blaze quickly spread through dry fields and created heavy flames. Crews mopped up the fire around 4 a.m. The district said it responded to three other lightning strike calls Sunday evening into Monday morning.

Blazes Ignite in Grant and Douglas Counties

In Grant County, Fire District #13 responded to a fire on Beasley Hill near Ephrata and found a Wildfire south of U.S near Road G SE in Douglas County. Firefighters worked through the night to contain it. Crews returned during the heat of the day and returned to the scene Monday and finished up by 6:30 p.m.

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