Feb 18, 2026

Evacuations underway: Grass fire in south central Kansas

Posted Feb 18, 2026 9:30 PM
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COMANCHE COUNTY—A grass fire in Comanche County is moving to the north with localized evacuations occurring, according to Barber County Emergency Management. 

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Multiple fire agencies from Barber County are responding to assist The fire was at Comanche County Hwy 160 just 7 miles East of Coldwater, according to Comanche County Emergency Management. There are no reports of injuries.

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