Landfill manager reports Nov. 3 fire; county to develop response procedures
Landfill Manager Bill Andrews told Phillips County commissioners that a Nov. 3 fire at the county landfill may have been caused by a lithium-ion battery or a solvent‑soaked rag; the board asked staff to work with the emergency manager to develop response procedures and staffing guidance for loader operations during smoke/fire events.
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Landfill Manager Bill Andrews reported to the Phillips County Board of Commissioners on Nov. 18 that a fire occurred at the county landfill on Nov. 3. Andrews said the fire may have been caused by a lithium‑ion battery or a solvent‑soaked rag packed in bales and emphasized the need for operational staffing and safety procedures when operating heavy equipment amid smoke.
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