Fire crews in Hutchinson County are preparing for a prescribed burn along State Highway 136 to protect the Hutchinson County Airport and the Phillips 66 refinery from wildfires. This mitigation effort involves clearing fuels and planning that often begins a year in advance. Officials emphasize that homeowners can also contribute to fire safety by maintaining their properties.
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Planned prescribed burn aims to shield Hutchinson County Airport and Phillips 66 refinery
Fire crews in Hutchinson County are preparing for a prescribed burn along State Highway 136 to protect the Hutchinson County Airport and the Phillips 66 refinery from wildfires. This mitigation effort involves clearing fuels and planning that often begins a year in advance. Officials emphasize that homeowners can also contribute to fire safety by maintaining their properties.