Smith County fire marshal says burn ban to remain in effect
“It’s still dangerously dry out there as far as fire conditions,” Findley said. “I can’t stress enough how great the first responders are doing out there.”
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“It’s still dangerously dry out there as far as fire conditions,” Findley said. “I can’t stress enough how great the first responders are doing out there.”
Since the Smith County burn ban was issued a month ago, the county has seen 160 grass and brush fires and nearly 80 reports of illegal burning.
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