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Posted: Jul 3, 2009 7:08 AM
Updated: Jul 3, 2009 9:49 AM

    Many of you are getting ready to pop firecrackers, but conditions are dry across the Arklatex. Sabine County is the only county in Texas under a burn ban, but the Texas Forest Service is still urging people to be extra careful this holiday weekend.  They say many areas still appear green, but they are already getting more grassfires than normal.   They are urging you to only use fireworks and grills away from grass and brush.  Most areas only received roughly an inch of rain during June, and conditions are continuing to worsen.  Fire prevention officials ask that you check with local authorities to find out if the outdoor activities you're planning are legal.  They also say keep a bucket of water or garden hose nearby, and discard used fireworks into a bucket of water.
    Officials in Shreveport are also urging you to be careful when using fireworks and grilling this holiday weekend.  Cpl. Bill Goodin with the Shreveport Police Department offers a few tips for your holiday celebrations.

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