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Darrel Cordary’s car bursts into flames during a demolition derby that took place at Fairgrounds Speedway in Cortez on April 17.

Drivers collide during an exciting night of action at the demolition derby on Saturday night.

Steam and smoke rise out of the engine of a station wagon shortly after a big collision on the Fairgrounds Speedway track.

Cars pile together near the center of the arena as excited fans look on during the demolition derby on April 17.

A driver gazes out the window of his vehicle while attempting to get his engine running on Saturday night.

A forklift hauls a disabled car away from the arena as the sun sets at Fairgrounds Speedway on Saturday night.

James Miner backs his car during the center of the arena while competing in the demolition derby on April 17. Miner and his 1980’s Lincoln Town Car took first place in the “Full Size Car” classification.

Steam rises into the air as drivers navigate along a muddy track at Saturday night’s demolition derby.

A vehicle careens towards the arena barrier after getting hit head-on.

Steam rises into the air as drivers jockey for position.

An overhead light at Fairgrounds Speedway casts an eerie glow over disabled cars during Saturday night’s demolition derby.