The city of La Crosse and town of Medary in Wisconsin have issued burn bans that prohibit open burning of any kind, including charcoal grills, recreational fire pits, and fireworks. The city of Onalaska has also issued a ban that restricts charcoal grills to non-combustible surfaces and prohibits campfires, burn piles, and fireworks.
A small grass fire in the La Crosse area was extinguished by 5pm on Tuesday, causing approximately seven acres of damage. The cause of the fire is under investigation, but the nearby property owners reported that they were not burning and that there was no fire permit issued in that area. High winds are predicted for the La Crosse area..
A small grass fire in the La Crosse area was extinguished by 5pm on Tuesday, causing approximately seven acres of damage. The cause of the fire is under investigation, but the nearby property owners reported that they were not burning and that there was no fire permit issued in that area. High winds are predicted for the La Crosse area..