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Nov. 19, 2023Jefferson City, Mo. |  By: Kenzee Peterman

MDC reminds residents about dangers of campfires

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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. - The Missouri Department of Conservation is reminding residents who might be camping to be careful with campfires and other sources of fire that could cause a wildfire.

The MDC says it's because of on going drought conditions across the state. 

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MDC News Coordinator Joe Jerek says other ways to prevent wildfires are to be careful with vehicles over dry grass or leaves.

Think twice before driving into a grassy field, never park over tall grass that can touch the underside of a vehicle and when driving off road always carry an approved fire extinguisher.