A wildfire moved through rural McLennan County this evening.
The fire, now contained, started around 7 p.m. and was located near the town of Riesel just off Rice Road.
Seven volunteer fire departments were notified, including Mart, Riesel, Marlin, Reagan, Lott, Chilton, and Golinda. Additionally, a forest service chopper was called to assist.
Earlier Tuesday, the McLennan County Commissioner's Court issued an order prohibiting outdoor burning in the unincorporated areas of the county.
Riesel Fire
