WICHITA, Kan. (KSNW) — Dangerously strong winds are expected to impact Kansas Thursday. Combined with the state’s already dry conditions, the risk of wildfire is increasing.
The threat has fire departments across Kansas preparing for a potentially busy day. On Wednesday, crews checked trucks and gear to ensure they were ready to respond to any calls.
Derby Fire Chief John Turner said that when conditions create serious fire danger, departments coordinate with nine neighboring agencies to provide mutual aid wherever needed…