Junction City Fire Department, Geary County Rural Fire, Fort Riley Fire, and Grandview Plaza Fire Department are currently working a large house fire located just southeast of K-18 and U.S. 77 in Junction City.

As of 2:15 p.m., the fire is under control, according to Geary County Rural Fire Chief Garry Berges. Approximately 50 personnel are on scene assisting with fire suppression and overhaul operations. Firefighters expect to remain on scene for the next several hours to monitor the structure and ensure the fire is fully extinguished.

**K-18 off U.S. 77 into Junction City is currently shut down due to the fire, and to allow responding agencies to bring in water. Motorists are encouraged to avoid the area and seek alternate routes.

Additional information will be released as it becomes available.

By Anthony GorgesJC PostJunction City Fire Department, Geary County Rural Fire, Fort Riley Fire, and Grandview Plaza Fire Department are currently working a large house fire located just southeast of K-18 and U.S. 77 in Junction City.As of 2:15 p.m., the fire is under control, according to Geary County Rural Fire Chief Garry Berges. Approximately 50 personnel are on scene assisting with fire suppression and overhaul operations. Firefighters expect to remain on scene for the next several hours to monitor the structure and ensure the fire is fully extinguished.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2026/2/1770927454142.jpeg" alt="Firefighters on the scene of the house fire near K-18 highway and U.S. 77 in Junction City. As of 2:00 p.m., crews are still battling the fire, but it is now under control. (Photo - Rural Fire Chief Garry Berges)." />
 <figcaption>Firefighters on the scene of the house fire near K-18 highway and U.S. 77 in Junction City. As of 2:00 p.m., crews are still battling the fire, but it is now under control. (Photo - Rural Fire Chief Garry Berges).</figcaption>
 </figure>**K-18 off U.S. 77 into Junction City is currently shut down due to the fire, and to allow responding agencies to bring in water. Motorists are encouraged to avoid the area and seek alternate routes.Additional information will be released as it becomes available.

Several local Fire Departments working a house fire in Junction City