Dry and unseasonable warm temperatures prompted the National Weather Service to issue a cropland fires warning Tuesday, October 4th for much of the state. The risk of machinery and vehicles igniting crop stubble is high, the NWS said, calling conditions ripe for “explosive fire growth potential.”
Tama County EMA would like to remind farmers to clean agricultural equipment regularly to reduce the risk of field fires and damage to equipment. Do a good inspection of you equipment to make sure there aren’t any parts rubbing or bearings going out that could cause friction or create a spark.
Furthermore, experts recommend that at least one fully charged 10-lb. ABC fire extinguisher be carried on all equipment. Better yet, carry two: one in the cab and one where it can be reached from the ground. Remember that any partial discharge from an extinguisher requires it to be recharged.
If a fire does occur, CALL 911 FIRST with an address or cross street that is close and what the problem is, and then attempt to extinguish the fire if safe to do so.
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