Fire warning for Northeast Pa. until Friday evening
Drought conditions increase risk of wildfires
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) - The Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) has issued a fire warning for 21 counties in Northeast Pennsylvania until Friday evening.
The counties included in the warning are Bradford, Carbon, Clinton, Columbia, Lackawanna, Luzerne, Lycoming, Monroe, Montour, Northumberland, Pike, Potter, Schuylkill, Snyder, Sullivan, Susquehanna, Tioga, Union, Wayne, Wyoming, and York.
The warning is due to the ongoing drought conditions in the region, which have increased the risk of wildfires. The DCNR is urging residents to take precautions to prevent wildfires, such as not burning brush or debris, and not lighting campfires or fireworks.
What is a fire warning?
A fire warning is issued when conditions are favorable for wildfires to start and spread. During a fire warning, residents are urged to take precautions to prevent wildfires, such as not burning brush or debris, and not lighting campfires or fireworks.
What should I do if I see a wildfire?
If you see a wildfire, report it to the nearest fire department or 911 immediately. Do not attempt to fight the fire yourself.
What are the penalties for starting a wildfire?
Starting a wildfire is a crime and can result in fines and imprisonment.
Additional resources
- Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and National Resources Wildfire Prevention
- Wildfires | Ready.gov
- Wildfires | FEMA.gov
Conclusion
The drought conditions in Northeast Pennsylvania have increased the risk of wildfires. The DCNR is urging residents to take precautions to prevent wildfires, such as not burning brush or debris, and not lighting campfires or fireworks.
