Brush Fires Sweep Vermont

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Created on Friday, 25 April 2014 19:50
Written by Alex Farnworth

brush fireVERMONT - One common cause of catastrophes in Vermont during the spring season is brush fires. Over the past few weeks, the Northeast Kingdom has seen a multitude of brush fires - some have caused quite the scene.

Earlier this week, St. Johnsbury experienced a fire so severe that black smoke was seen from as far as Danville. Multiple fire departments were called in, including Lyndonville, Concord, and Peacham. Although the cause of this particular fire is still under investigation, the Lyndonville Fire Dept. say there are many things that can cause brush fires.

"The grass being dry with loose soil on top, the lack of humidity in the air and even things like throwing a cigarette butt out the window can cause brush fires." Lt. Danny Bigelow of Lyndonville F.D. said.

Another factor in brush fires is when residents burn trash and other things on their property, there holds the potential of a bigger fire emerging. The state of Vermont requires residents to have burn permits if they plan to dispose of rubbish in their yard, which can be be done easily. Lt. Bigelow said that you can simply call the fire department to let them know what you're burning and they might come to the scene just to spectate.

According to Bigelow, brush fires tend to happen near roadside, or in rural areas, and once the area gets some rainfall, grass will begin to grow, solving the dry ground problem.