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200 hectares of grass brandy in Douglas County was random, the investigation is fixed-the Lawrence Times

200 hectares of grass brandy in Douglas County was random, the investigation is fixed-the Lawrence Times

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An investigation has shown that according to Douglas County, an accident was an accident due to an old, unattended campfire.

Nobody was injured and no structures were lost in the fire, according to County News Releases.

But the first aiders had to work through 43 grass fire calls since 6 a.m.

Douglas County Consolidated Fire District No. 1 encourages people to be careful with warehouse fires.

“It is important to stir the ashes with water until no smoke or heat continues.” Everyone plays a valuable role in protecting property and life by preventing fires. “

The National Weather Service in Topeka published a red flag warning on Monday and Tuesday, March 18, from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. due to dangerous fire conditions of strong wind and dry weather. Burning outdoors is currently prohibited in the non -legal areas of the district.

“The combination of strong winds and low humidity leads to an extreme risk of fire,” said Mathis in the publication. “Fires can start quickly, spread quickly and burn intensely.

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