Gardner area fire chiefs warn of brush fire risks

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Fire officials in the Gardner area are warning residents to be cautious during the burning season due to dry conditions. The region remains in a Level 3 – Critical Drought, with limited winter precipitation contributing to the risk of brush fires. Firefighters recently responded to a small brush fire, highlighting the increased wildfire risk as snow melts. Residents must obtain daily permits for open burning and check local fire department guidelines, especially regarding weather conditions. Local fire chiefs advise creating safe zones around burn piles and keeping firefighting tools nearby. They emphasize the importance of fully extinguishing fires before leaving the site to prevent reignition.


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