




While the city of Woodland was enjoying its Fourth of July holiday Friday night, the Woodland Fire Department was busy, dealing with multiple fires, including one attributed to fireworks.
On Friday evening, WFD responded to a grass fire reported by multiple callers across from Pioneer High School near Farmer Central Road. According to a WFD Facebook post, the fire grew approximately 20 by 20 feet before crews arrived on the scene.
“Thanks to fast action by Woodland Fire crews, the fire was extinguished without damage to nearby structures,” the Facebook post read. “Friendly reminder: Fireworks that do not have the California Safe & Sane seal are illegal and pose serious risks to lives, property, and open space. Let’s keep our community safe.”
Later in the night, the department responded to reports of another grass fire near County Road 102 and County Road 25.
“The fire is approximately half an acre in size with a slow rate of spread, and crews are working quickly to contain it,” the post read.
The cause of the second fire is unknown at the time.