A forest fire was put out in southwest China's Yunnan Province Monday, local government said.
The open flames have all been put out as of 11:05 a.m. on Monday, the county government of Yulong under Lijiang City said.
The fire broke out at noon on Sunday in the county, spreading over 40 hectares.
A total of 579 people were sent to put out the fire. Three helicopters were also mobilized.
No causalities were reported. Further investigation is underway.
