Forestry Fights Two Human Caused Fires

5/27/2010

The Division of Forestry said firefighters on the Kenai Peninsula were called to two separate human-caused fires on Wednesday. One was near the Nikiski Fire Department, according to Forestry Spokesman Bud Sexton.

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He said the second human-caused fire was located on the Kenai River. He said it was an unattended campfire. Both of these fires were small.

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Even though there is a burn suspension in place, campfires within approved enclosures are still being allowed. He said to be cautious of winds, though.