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LaGrange Busy with Three Back to Back Field Fires
By Assistant Chief Adrian Doleman
March 13, 2007
On Tuesday, March 13, 2007, LaGrange responded to three back to back field fires with exposures to personal property.
All three fires were a result of a small "controlled" burn getting out of control and spreading rapidly to surrounding areas. The Fire District has noticed a rise in controlled burns due to recent warm weather. The LaGrange Fire & Rescue Department reminds the public to consider weather conditions before conducting any outside burning.
In addition, KDF is asking for the public's cooperation during this high fire danger period. Citizens are urged to delay any planned outdoor burning until conditions improve. KDF reminds Kentuckians to contact the Kentucky Division for Air Quality and the Division of Waste Management before conducting any outdoor burning to ensure that no outdoor burning regulations are being violated. Citizens should also contact their local fire department because many communities have local burning restrictions.
You can also help by reporting suspicious behavior in areas where the fires are occurring by calling the Kentucky State Police, KDF, your local law enforcement agency or the Target Arson Hotline at 1-800-27-ARSON (272-7766). If the information you provide leads to an indictment, you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $1,000.
