Two unpermitted burning were among the three occurrences that the City of Vergennes Fire Department responded to on May 23.

Officials said one of the unauthorized burns spread and resulted in a shed fire, requiring firefighters to respond and prevent further damage. The department advised locals that before engaging in any outdoor burning activities, burn permits must be secured from their local fire warden.

In order to lower the possibility of an unintentional fire spreading, fire officials also emphasized the significance of keeping safe distances between burn areas, buildings, equipment, and other combustible things. To help maintain community safety, the department urged citizens to abide by burn laws.