Natchitoches Parish Fire District #5 was dispatched to a woods fire on Good Hope Road at approximately 7:30 p.m. on Aug. 23. Upon arrival, firefighters found a dead tree on fire, with flames spreading across approximately 2 acres into dense vegetation.

Natchitoches Parish Fire District #1 deployed a drone to provide a better view of the extent of the fire. The Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry responded with a dozer to establish a fire line and prevent further spread.

Engine 10 and BR5 responded along with five Natchitoches Parish Fire District #5 members.

Natchitoches Parish Fire District #5 thanked Natchitoches Parish Fire District #1 for its assistance.

Conditions remain extremely dry, posing a significant risk for wildfires. A burn ban is currently in effect for all of Natchitoches Parish.

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