Almeria instigates fire prevention measures

Almeria instigates fire prevention measures

While the recent rains may be masking the imminent start of warmer days, the Junta de Andalusia isn’t taking any chances. It is investing €2.85 million in measures designed to mitigate the risk of forest fires in Almeria’s public forest areas. The measures include two primary goals: decreasing the fuel load in high-risk areas and improving fire protection throughout the province in… Source

Fighting fire with fire: Controlled burns prevent wildfires

As the area transitions from winter to spring, prescribed burns — or controlled burns — have resumed. Residents might have already noticed the hazy skies and the sight of smoke.

Massive Wildfire Near Wessington Springs Burns 350+ Acres

On Saturday, March 22 at 4:01 p.m., the Wessington Springs and Alpena Volunteer Fire Departments were dispatched to a large wildfire west of Wessington Springs on 372nd Avenue and SD Highway 34. “It was huge.