Our region is currently under an advisory for elevated fire weather conditions - leaves and brush are dangerously dry and susceptible to ignition, we have low humidity, and afternoon NE winds are gusting to 15-20 mph. This is a trifecta in spreading open fires. Be aware of the dangers and take steps to prevent wildland fires from starting in the first place. The majority of wildland fires are a result of escape fires from open burnings by homeowners. All all open burning must have a permit, and in addition to obtaining a burn permit people should:
- clear the area around a pile of all flammable material
- never leave the fire unattended
- have a hose and tools like shovel or rake on hand
- burn only natural vegetative material
- call 911 immediately if things get out of control
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