The Homer Fire Department responded to a small structure fire near Homer High School early Monday afternoon. Fire Chief Bob Painter described the makeshift structure in the woods behind the football field as a “lean-to” that appeared to be made by kids in the area.
The area was wet from recent rains, and the small blaze only spread to surrounding brush. Painter added that an accelerant was likely used to spark the fire.
Firefighters were on the scene for about 45 minutes, extinguishing the fire with hand tools and a single hose.
Painter notes there was no chance of the fire spreading, but he says the situation was still dangerous and is something parents should be aware of. The fire department isn’t conducting a formal investigation, but Painter says it will talk to area residents about the incident.
