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(Concord, NH) – Due to a relatively snow-free winter combined with abnormally warm temperatures, New Hampshire is already seeing elevated wildfire danger across a large part of the Granite State’s woodlands, almost a month before normal.  “We typically still have snow cover and cold temperatures across much of the state in mid-March, but this year we are seeing conditions more typical of mid-April” states Brad Simpkins, Interim Director of the New Hampshire Division of Forests and Lands, the state agency responsible for protecting forests from wildfire.  Officials report that bare ground conditions this year have already led to several brush fires as early as February.  As this warm, dry weather pattern continues, brush fires can be expected to become more numerous.  The state started taking precautions as early as last week by getting the fire towers ready to be staffed and bringing on the seasonal fire patrols several weeks earlier than normal.  The state has also started issuing daily fire danger ratings which are disseminated to fire departments and dispatch centers across the state alerting them of the risk of wildfires.

 

Due to the dry conditions, many communities may not allow any outdoor burning until conditions improve.  “Any landowner who plans on doing any outdoor burning needs to contact their local fire department or Forest Fire Warden first” says Doug Miner, Forest Ranger and Fire Prevention Specialist with the division.  Under state law, fire permits are required to conduct any open burning when the ground isn’t completely covered by snow within a 100’ radius of your burn location.  “Your local fire department and forest fire warden are excellent resources for questions or concerns about open burning” Miner added.  During the spring, prior to the emergence of new foliage and green grass, the danger of a fire escaping control is a serious concern.  Of course, anyone who spots a fire not under control or supervision should report it immediately to their local fire department.

 

Please remember to be fire safe this season and help our state’s Forest Rangers and your community Forest Fire Warden prevent costly wildfires! 

 The New Hampshire Division of Forests and Lands, Forest Protection Bureau is part of the Department of Resources and Economic Development.  For additional information or to learn more about the Division of Forests and Lands visit our website at www.nhdfl.org.

 
 

Now Accepting Applications for Brookline Fire Department Volunteers.

If you are interested in joining our team, please stop by the Fire Department to pick up an application.

Please call 672-8531 before you stop by, to make sure someone is in the office.
 

Beginning March 1, 2012

 New Office Hours:

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday   8:00-1:30

 Assistant Chief Knowles may be available at other times during the week, however call first (672-8531) as he may be out on a call or doing inspections. 

 Inspections are performed Monday through Thursday.