Lower humidity and high winds fueled at least three fires Thursday and firefighters are asking the public to pay more attention.
Volunteer firefighters from around Orange County and Deweyville had to be called to at least three fires Thursday where outdoor burning got out of hand. The last one on Tree Line Drive Thursday afternoon was close to three structures. With the conditions, it could start up again so the Texas Forestry Service was on the way to make a firebreak.
OCESD 4 Fire Chief Kelley Moore said although there’s not a burn ban in Orange County people should not burn during this time or make sure the fire is observed and a water source is nearby. If the fire does get out of hand, call the fire department immediately.
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