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Streator issues open burn ban in tornado-impacted areas · Illinois Valley - Shaw Local

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Speaker 1: Streeter issues open burn ban and tornado impacted areas. Written
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by Bill Frescos, This article is being read by an
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automated voice brought to you by Everlett. The Streeter Fire
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Department announced an open burn ban in the areas impacted
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by a tornado due to the increased risk of fire
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associated with damage utilities and debris. According to a news release,
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residents should not burn storm debris, brush, or other materials.
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Any gas leaks down power lines or other hazard should
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be reported immediately. Residents in areas outside of the impacted
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can burn dry yard waste only on Tuesday and Saturday
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from nine am to sunset. The cooperation of our residents
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has been instrumental in the community's recovery, and we appreciate
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everyone's continued support as we work together to move forward.
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Fire Chief Brian Park wrote in a statement. For more
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information about the ban, see details about the city's open
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burning ordinance on Streeter fd's website.