Crime & Safety
UPDATED: Milford Firefighters Extinguishing Brush Fires
The Milford Fire Department has responded to a 3-acre brush fire off Haven Street, and to a smaller fire off Eben Street.

Updated: Milford firefighters have responded to two brush fires on Thursday afternoon. A 3-acre fire was reported off Haven Street early Thursday, and before it was fully extinguished, a smaller fire was reported off Eben Street.
Original Post:
Milford firefighters are extinguishing a brush fire off Haven Street, described in an intial scanner report as being about 3 acres total.
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The fire was reported about 12:30 p.m.
The department has responded to several brush fires in recent weeks.
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The National Weather Service on Thursday warned of an increased risk of brush fires because of the extended dry weather conditions across New England.
The Service said the dry weather has created “unsafe burning conditions” with dead grass, leaves and brush at greater risk to catch fire.
In addition to the dry conditions, winds may reach 20 to 30 mph in the afternoon, which could cause brush fires to spread.
The burning season for homeowners ended May 1.
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