Hiawatha Fire Department Conducting Prairie Burn

HIAWATHA, IA – DECEMBER 5, 2019 – The Hiawatha Fire Department will be conducting a prairie burn today, Thursday December 5, 2019 starting at 12:30 PM at the Prairiewoods Retreat Center.  The burn will occur in the area north of Boyson Road and east of Robins Road.   The burn is being conducted to support Prairiewoods Retreat Center’s prairie restoration practices.  Neighbors and drivers in the area may observe smoke and are encourage to use caution due to the presence of emergency vehicles in the area.

Burning should be completed by 4 PM.

For questions contact the Hiawatha Fire Department at 319-393-4180.