Massive brush fire in Island Lake is now contained, fire officials say

Video shows massive brush fire in Island Lake

A massive brush fire was reported Sunday afternoon in Island Lake. Video shared by John McDonnell.

ISLAND LAKE, Ill. - A massive brush fire in Island Lake prompted a large response from firefighters Sunday evening.

As of around 9:20 p.m., the fire was contained.

What we know:

The Wauconda Fire District posted on Facebook at 6:21 p.m. Sunday that fire crews were responding to a brush fire near Route 17 and Bassler Drive and had elevated the response to a box alarm.

Drone video of the fire showed large plumes of smoke and heavy flames in the area. 

There were no evacuations in place. No injuries were reported and no structures sustained any damage, according to fire officials. 

As of around 8:15 p.m., firefighters said the majority of the fire had been extinguished, but they were still working to cut down trees and brush for the next hour or two. By 9:20 p.m., the fire was completely out.

This is a developing story. More updates will be provided as they become available.