Farm Fire Sunday, September 5, 2010

A 5 acre fire started from a campfire that "had water poured all over it". About 3 hours after the fire was left, high winds had rekindled the fire from embers and spread it to the surrounding grass. A large brush pile left over from OERB work became involved in the fire. Damage was restricted to the grass and brush pile. There were no injuries. Always make sure your campfires are DEAD OUT. There are 5 gallon buckets at the farm to pour lakewater on all fires. When you start a fire, gather a bucket of water along with your firewood. Use it in case the fire spreads or to put it out COMPLETELY before leaving.