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News Breaking News Controlled Burn Spreads to Woods, Aid Requested from Two Counties

Controlled Burn Spreads to Woods, Aid Requested from Two Counties

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March 22, 2026 | MO

Authorities report that a controlled burn has extended into nearby woodlands, leading to a request for a first alarm brush fire assignment. Mutual aid has been called from Franklin and Jefferson Counties. Incident Commander C-6402 issued the alert on March 22 at 6:18 p.m., indicating the need for immediate response to manage the situation.

C-6402 Incident Command Controlled Burn Extended to Woods, Request 1st Alarm Brush Assignment Mutual Aid:Franklin County Mutual Aid:Jefferson CountyControlled Burn Spreads to Woods, Aid Requested from Two Counties

The incident, initially a prescribed burn, escalated when flames spread beyond the designated area, prompting the emergency dispatch from the 1st Responder Wireless News Dispatch team, a division of Belsito Communications Inc.

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