Forest Fire Danger Level Tuesday: Very High


The day after a forest fire burned through about 25 acres at a state park in East Haddam Monday, the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection has listed the forest fire danger level as very high.”

Spring is always a dangerous time of the year for brush and wild-land fires. 

Low humidity coupled with high winds creates a great potential for fires to get out of control. 

Prior to the growth of new leaves on the trees, any debris on the ground will dry out quickly, even after rain. It is important that we pay attention to the conditions and avoid activities that could potentially cause fires to occur. 

The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection makes some of the following suggestions to homeowners, in order to protect your home and your families. 

  • Make a fire zone around your house by cleaning flammable vegetation and debris from at least 30 feet around your home.
  • Remove tree limbs that may hang over your roof or chimney.
  • Don’t store firewood up against your home.
  • Properly dispose of smoking materials once they’ve been extinguished.
  • Stay with outside fires until they are completely out.
  • Dispose of wood ashes in a metal bucket and soak them with water before dumping them.

If you spot a fire, please remember to remain calm and dial 911 to report the fire as soon as it is safe to do so. For additional information on fire safety, please go to www.nfpa.org or www.usfa.fema.gov.

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