Fort Morgan Wildfire Contained but Smoke Lingers

R. Ken Cooper • July 18, 2024

Support for Fort Morgan Volunteer Fire Department is Appreciated

Fort Morgan Fire Photo credit: Jamie Strategier

Fort Morgan, Ala. – (OBA) – The wildfire, believed to have been started by lightning, burned approximately 250 acres. While as of this morning, the fire is contained but it is still smoldering. The smoke is expected to linger in the area for the next several days.

U.S. Fish and Wildlife deployed 16 crew members with various firefighting equipment and Alabama Forestry sent 6 firefighters with equipment. These crews assisted firefighters from the Fort Morgan Volunteer Fire Dept. in battling the fire.

Fighting wildfires takes a toll on equipment and resources. Hoses and gear gets scorched and burned; stocked supplies get used and exhausted quickly. You can support your local Fort Morgan Volunteer Fire Department by making a monetary donation to help them get back in action quicker.

Please send contributions to:

Fort Morgan Fire Department

12105 Hwy 180

Gulf Shores AL 36542

Or you can visit their website at: https://www.fortmorganvfd.com/ to donate online.

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