Tanker 463; Fire Season 2017

Tanker 463; Fire Season 2017
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Tuesday, March 31, 2020

Wildfire Vigilance Especially Needed at This Time




"DCNR statistics show nearly 85 percent of Pennsylvania’s wildfires occur in March, April and May, before greening of state woodlands and brushy areas. 

In 2019, more than 500 wildfires burned 688 acres in Pennsylvania, destroyed 14 structures and caused three injuries. Human carelessness with outdoor fires continued to lead the list of causes of wildfires across the state.  Burning debris is the leading cause.

Fighting wildfires is dangerous. Related injuries would add challenges to already taxed first-responders and medical facilities.

Amid COVID-19 precautions and staffing restraints, the Bureau of Forestry’s wildfire fighting force is ready to meet any wildfire threats in the days ahead, but the help of all Pennsylvanians is needed. Property owners, anglers, hunters and others are urged to observe wildfire prevention vigilance throughout the state."

- Terrence Brady, Press Secretary - Office of the Secretary



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