We have had a few wild grass fires lately. Some may want to burn leaves and such but we would recommend waiting a bit. Moisture should be coming into the area this weekend and might provide some humidity to slow the fire risk. We have a crew on Woodand Acres Drive now but here is a recent pic of a very recent fire. Be careful, y’all. You won’t want to get flames too close to your houses.
http://www.arkansasonline.com/news/2018/jan/16/photo-crews-work-house-fire-during-evening-snowfal/
WPFD responded to a fully-involved structure fire in the 27900 block of Nichols Loop Road. Our crews worked the structure fire with assistance from Crystal Fire Department and Lake Maumelle Fire Department.
Burn Bans for our fire district have been removed. Outdoor burning is permitted in Pulaski, Saline, and Perry counties.
If you do burn, please do so safely. Please remember that only natural vegetation is allowed. No plastic, rubber, vinyl, tires, metals (wire and such) can be burned legally, ever..ever. The $10,000 fine for burning illegal stuff is always in effect.
Stay safe, y’all.
Daylight Savings Time changes help us to remember that putting fresh batteries in your smoke detector and testing for proper operation can save a life. When you change your clock tonight, please change your batteries and give each alarm a test. Thank you.
Last night several in the Ferndale community gathered to say THANKS to public servants that provide a careful watch and respond to emergency needs. After a few words and recognition, Marcella Grimmett recognized West Pulaski volunteer firefighters and Pulaski County Sheriff Deputies (+Sheriff Doc Holiday) in attendance. We had some very good eats and appreciate the recognition of our service. A good time was had by all and we look forward to the next opportunity to gather.
