Barrigada fire forces evacuation of residents

At least one home in Barrigada had to be evacuated this afternoon due to a large grass fire that started near Eagles Field.  Although no official word on what sparked the blaze, there was an even bigger fire in this same area about a week ago.

May 7, 2010Updated: May 7, 2010
KUAM NewsBy KUAM News

by Nick Delgado

Guam - At least one home in Barrigada had to be evacuated this afternoon due to a large grass fire that started near Eagles Field.  Although no official word on what sparked the blaze, there was an even bigger fire in this same area about a week ago.

Residents are reminded to avoid outdoor burning and please don't throw cigarette butts out your car window.