The Central Taney County Fire Protection District along with firefighters from Forsyth and Western Taney County battle a blaze earlier this week near Forsyth.
According to a post from the Central Taney County Fire Facebook Page, crews were dispatched to the fire on Highway 160 just before 6:30 Tuesday evening. The fire was spreading rapidly when units arrived but was quickly brought under control. Taney County Ambulance personnel also responded to the scene.
Elevated Fire Risk Today
National Weather Service forecasters in the region continue to warn of an elevated fire risk due to high winds and low humidity.
Drought Area Expands in Lakes Region
With little rain over the last week, most of the Lakes Region again find themselves in a drought area.
Pastor with Ties to the Lakes Region Arrested on Oklahoma Charges for Crimes Against Minors
A Grand Jury in Oklahoma has issued indictments against a man for rape and sexual abuse of minors while he was a youth pastor in Tulsa.
Fox and Friends Program Takes Live Tour of Silver Dollar City
Steve Doocy of the "Fox and Friends" Morning Television Show takes a tour around Silver Dollar City as part of the programs "Main Street USA" Christmas Program.
Rain Rolls Through, Temperatures Drop
A frontal system is moving through the area today bringing a slight chance of rain and a temperature change.
