Fort Atkinson imposes burn ban after marsh fire sparked by strong winds carrying embers.

Fire officials in Jefferson County, Wisconsin, have imposed a burn ban after a brush fire near Oakland and Marsh roads. The fire, sparked by strong winds carrying embers from a burn pit into the marsh, was contained within 44 minutes by multiple fire departments. No injuries or property damage were reported. The ban, enforced by Fort Atkinson Fire Chief Bruce Peterson, covers the city and parts of five townships due to dry conditions and fire risks.

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