Fire at Fort Leonard Wood!

Wow, there's been a fire at Fort Leonard Wood since Sunday night! It's at the training ranges too! The release says no injuries. I really hope that it's not hurting Jon's training though. Eeep!

http://www.wood.army.mil/4MEB/Range_Fire_Update_9_Nov_10.htm

Release No. 11-009                                                                                   November 9, 2010

Range fire update

For Immediate Release

Fort Leonard Wood, Mo. – The current fire started early Sunday afternoon, Nov.7, and continues to burn in several small spots today.  According to Fire Chief Jeffrey Sukalski, there are currently, about 60 personnel responding to the fire, along with six dozers from several Leonard Wood units assisting.  The Installation's Fire Department has established an incident command post and reports the fire is well under control, but due to the nature of the fire, the areas surrounding the installation will be smoky for several more days. 

 Fort Leonard Wood has a pre-established rotation for fire suppression teams and that has been activated.   Current estimates are that approximately 1500 acres have burned. At this time the only mutual aid being received and utilized are two personnel from the Department of Natural Resources (DNR). There has been no structure damage or injuries reported.