Officials were expected to give an update at 2:30 p.m. on Monday.

HOUSTON — A fire continued burning near the Addicks Reservoir in west Houston on Monday, sending smoke into the air.

The fire was along I-10 and Eldridge Parkway, just south of Bear Creek Park. The Houston Fire Department said it was winding down its managed response to the incident and was expected to give an update at 2:30 p.m. Monday. HFD does not anticipate providing further updates unless something significant occurs.

Light smoke was seen rising from the area on Monday afternoon.

The fire started on Sunday afternoon. Fire officials say the fire started as a grass fire, but crews let it burn to clear out debris. 

“Here in about six months, everything that burned will be green and beautiful. It’s actually healthy for the forest for this to happen,” Houston Fire District Chief Don Alexander told KHOU 11 Sunday.

As the fire continued to burn, people nearby may notice smoke in their neighborhoods or while driving on nearby roads. Fire officials asked residents not to call 911 about the smoke unless there’s an emergency.

Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez also reminded drivers to slow down and turn on headlights when smoke is in the area. Officials say that reduced visibility can be hazardous, so drivers should remain vigilant and adhere to posted speed limits.

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