According to Fire Chief Bobby Johnson, crews were called out at around 4:15 p.m. on Sunday to a small woods fire off Highway 1870 (Old Columbia Road). Nine firefighters were on scene for about 30 minutes, and no damage or injuries were reported.
Local fire officials are reminding citizens the Kentucky Forest Fire Hazard Season begins Wednesday and goes through April 30. During that period, it is unlawful for persons to set fire within 150 feet of any woodland or brushland before 6 p.m.
