CENTRE– Centre firefighters responded to a reported cotton picker fire at 3445 County Road 63 around 1 p.m. Thursday, with 2 fire engines.
Firefighters attacked the blaze on arrival, then quickly put out the equipment fire. However, some cotton was still burning in the field afterward.
The fire remains under investigation. A cause, damage estimate, and information about injuries were not immediately available.
WEIS Radio also recognizes the hardworking farmers who serve our communities. As farmers continue their work, we encourage everyone to stay safe in the dry conditions.
We also thank Centre firefighters for their quick response.
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