Controlled burn gets out of control at hunting camp in Camp Hill, multiple fire departments respond
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- Controlled burn at Camp Hill hunting camp spread out of control; five fire departments responded to contain it.
- Fire department warns residents about outdoor burning dangers, especially in dry conditions and shifting winds.
Multiple fire departments responded to a mutual aid call in Camp Hill after a controlled burn got out of control at a large hunting camp, according to the Oak Bowery Volunteer Fire Department.
Oak Bowery Volunteer Fire & Rescue said crews responded to the incident Tuesday, Nov. 10, at a hunting camp that contained numerous travel trailers and a barn.
Fire departments from Camp Hill, Oak Bowery, West Chambers, Dadeville and Butston responded to the scene to assist with the incident.
No additional details about the extent of the damage or any injuries were immediately provided.
Following the response, Oak Bowery Volunteer Fire Department reminded residents about the dangers of outdoor burning, particularly during dry conditions and periods of shifting winds.
Officials cautioned that fires can spread within minutes and urged anyone conducting outdoor burns to use extra caution.
The department also thanked the responding agencies for their assistance, emphasizing the importance of neighboring departments working together during emergencies.
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