PHOTOS: Malfunctioning power line sparks brush fire in Prince George

PRINCE GEORGE COUNTY, Va. (WRIC) -- A malfunctioning power line started a brush fire in Prince George County on Tuesday. On the afternoon of Tuesday, Oct. 29, firefighters with Prince George County Fire & EMS responded to the 11900 block of South Crater Road after receiving multiple reports of a brush fire. According to fire officials, a caller described smoke coming from a wooded area. When they arrived, firefighters found a slow-moving brush fire near some power lines. "Initial investigation suggests that a malfunctioning power line may have caused the fire," fire officials said. "Dominion Energy personnel responded promptly and are actively working to restore service to the affected area." Oct. 29 brush fire in Prince George County, caused by a malfunctioning power line. (Photo: Prince George County Fire & EMS)Oct. 29 brush fire in Prince George County, caused by a malfunctioning power line. (Photo: Prince George County Fire & EMS)Oct. 29 brush fire in Prince George County, caused by a malfunctioning power line. (Photo: Prince George County Fire & EMS)Oct. 29 brush fire in Prince George County, caused by a malfunctioning power line. (Photo: Prince George County Fire & EMS)Oct. 29 brush fire in Prince George County, caused by a malfunctioning power line. (Photo: Prince George County Fire & EMS) Prince George County Fire & EMS added that the quick reporting of any signs of smoke or fire can help keep fires from spreading. If you notice any such signs in your area, call 911 immediately.