Small wildfire near Williston possibly sparked by fireworks

WILLISTON, N.D. (KFYR) - Firefighters in Williston extinguished a small wildfire north of town.

The Williston Fire Department was made aware of the fire around 1:45 p.m. near Energy Street and Depot Lane. The scene was cleared at 4:06 p.m.

Assistant Chief Corey Johnson says they estimated about half an acre being burned with no injuries or structure damages.

Johnson says an investigation is ongoing into the incident after fireworks were found in the area. Fireworks are prohibited in Williston outside of the Fourth of July and New Year’s.

Anyone with information on the incident is asked to contact the fire department at 701-572-3400, ext. 2325.