SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) -Whether for clearing yard debris or for warmth on a chilly night, outdoor fires are tempting as temperatures are expected to dip well below average next week.
The recent drought should make you think twice before burning outdoors. It’s important to check the health of the vegetation surrounding the fire pit. Brown grass and bare trees could be dormant or dead, indicating they have minimal moisture. It is the perfect fuel for fire.
Also, be aware of the wind. Greene County, for example, prohibits burning when the wind speed exceeds 15 miles per hour. Humidity is also important. “Higher humidity means more moisture in the air, so it keeps it from trying to go out, or build so quickly,” Said Chris Zoeller, the Division Chief of Support for the Battlefield Fire Protection District…