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Brush Fire Erupts on Railroad Property in Limerick

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LIMERICK, PA - At 12:16 P.M. on March 7th, the Limerick Fire Department was dispatched for a report of a brush fire next to the railroad tracks in the area of the Limerick Generating Station. Chief 51, Deputy 51, Field 51-1, Field 51-2, Tanker 51, Utility 51, and Fire Police responded. Crews used equipment from the field trucks to extinguish the fire, cut down a few trees, and overhaul the brush and debris to prevent further fire spread and reignition. After soaking the area thoroughly, the crews gathered all tools and equipment and were made available a little over an hour later.


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REGINA JELSKICorrespondent

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