Arkansas fire crews remain on alert as 66 counties face burn bans

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UNION COUNTY, Ark. (KATV) — Rainfall Monday offered some relief from Arkansas’ prolonged dry conditions, but fire officials warn it is not enough to eliminate the wildfire threat as 66 counties remain under burn bans.

Across southern Arkansas, brown grass, dry leaves and windy conditions have created an environment where fires can ignite and spread quickly.

In Union County, crews continue to monitor the Pine Road Fire near El Dorado, which officials say is mostly contained. However, Union County Judge Loftin said even a small portion of an uncontained fire can become dangerous when winds increase…

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