Kickapoo Creek Park Annual Burn-off

When the smoke clears
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[March 31, 2021]     Send a link to a friend  Share

After the fields have cooled, the area(s) are monitored to make sure no flames are still smoldering.

Pictures by Beverly Buhrmester

The igniter torch that is used to start a fire line

 

  


Joe Funk with the igniter torch getting an excellent start on a fire line.

  

Skyward is a nice shot of a flame tornadoing skyward


Burn finally gearing down

  


Charred area with fire line still visible.


Close up of edge of burn with fire line still visible.

  


Completed burn off and charred fields now ready for new growth

  


After the final burn off, volunteers still stand by to watch for any hot spots that might still arise.

  


Lincoln Rural Fire personnel leaving the premises feeling grateful it was a standby call only.

 

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