Grass fire season continues to rear its ugly head in the Foothills, but luckily low wind speeds and a quick response from the Okotoks Fire Department lead to no significant damage.

A fire broke out on 48 Street and 354 Avenue west of Okotoks near Bar Pipe Ranch Wednesday morning.

The fire grew to two acres in size before fire crews got it under control.

Firefighters are still on the scene checking for hot spots but the fire is out and there was no major damage.

Okotoks Fire Chief Ken Thevenot says the ignition source was near the approach heading into the field and there were used roman candle fireworks nearby.

The M.D. of Foothills has a complete fire ban in place until there is enough moisture in the area.

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