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Train sparks multiple brush fires in NW Georgia county

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Crews in north Georgia spent Tuesday battling multiple brush fire that started due to sparks from a train, officials said.

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Train sparks multiple brush fires in NW Georgia county

Crews in north Georgia spent Tuesday battling multiple brush fire that started due to sparks from a train, officials said.

3 days ago·Atlanta, United States

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News Talk 94.1/AM 1600

EMA Director: Area Vulnerable To Burning Outside

White County saw at least six small fires within a four-hour window Tuesday afternoon, showing how dry conditions are across the Upper Cumberland EMA Director Matt McBride said he does not believe any of the fires were set purposefully, but rather started as yard cleanup efforts got out of control. “People don’t understand the dangers that we’re in,” McBride said. “Because if you don’t know your weather awareness and you don’t understand humidit…

2 days ago

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WDEF

Precautions to take following fires

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – We have the latest updates on the recent brush fires in Walker County, Georgia, and important wildfire prevention tips to help safeguard our communities. As of this morning, the brush fires that spanned a four-mile stretch from Rossville to near Chickamauga in northern Walker County have been contained. The fires, which ignited yesterday, were reportedly sparked by a train emitting sparks that ignited combustible ma…

2 days ago

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The Sidney Sun-Telegraph

Brush Fire and Motorcycle Accident Require First Responder Services

CHEYENNE COUNTY- Dry and breezy conditions are a sure recipe for brush fires, and these conditions contributed to a train fire Sunday afternoon, March 9, 2025 in Brownson. Fortunately, no injuries were reported and the damage from the fire was limited to a wheat stubble field and the surrounding area. It is believed a train engine was the cause of the fire when it emitted sparks between the Adams...

2 days ago·Sidney, United States

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Local 3 News

UPDATE: Multiple brush fires in Walker Co. continue to burn; believed to be caused by sparks from train

Aside from Chris Lane, no evacuations have been needed, as fire crews are staged in areas where there is the greatest risk of exposure to homes and residents.

3 days ago

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Greene Publishing, Inc.

Escaped brush fire burns two structures

Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com According to a report from Madison County Fire Rescue (MCFR), on Friday, March 7, at approximately 2:15 p.m., a call was received regarding a fire in the vicinity of...

3 days ago·Madison, United States

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