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BIGGAR, Sask. – Mounties say a grass fire has crossed Highway 14 approximately three to five kilometres east of Biggar, Sask. Police have blocked off the road located west of Saskatoon.

The flames are spreading quickly and nearby routes are also being cut off, according to RCMP.

Drivers are advised to take the long route around the area to avoid delays and to allow fire and emergency services to work without impediment.

The cause of the fire is unknown but Mounties asking motorists not to throw cigarettes from moving vehicles as grass conditions are dry and doing so is an offence.

READ MORE: Rural municipality surrounding Saskatoon still under fire ban

Biggar is approximately 90 kilometres west of Saskatoon.

Anyone with photos of the blaze can email them to saskatoon@globalnews.ca.

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