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ODESSA- Lincoln County fire fighters and volunteers were there to assist with a wildfire in Lind that forced the town’s evacuation on Thursday, Aug. 4.

District No. 3 Chief Stephen Walter said it was an effort from just about all adjoining districts and there were various sorts of trucks/equipment on scene.

“We sent 11 guys,” Walter said. “Three brush trucks and two water trucks from Odessa.”

Walter said it was a team effort to stop the blaze from spreading.

“Our hearts go out to the families who lost their homes,” Walter said.

The fire destroyed six houses and eight other str...