A string of large fires, all intentionally set, is sparking the attention of neighbors and first responders in Doolittle.
An arson investigation is underway, but the Doolittle Rural Fire Protection District needs help figuring out who is behind the flames.
A blaze and plume of smoke consumed U.S. forest property between Doolittle and Newburg, starting on Nov. 24.
“When we got there, it was dark,” said Doolittle Rural Fire Protection District Chief Brandon Williams. “We could see a very large fire burning on the hillside. We knew we had a 10 or 15 plus acre fire.” Multiple agencies helped put out the fire. Teams from Doolittle, Rolla, St. James and St. Robert were even joined by U.S. Forest Service crews.
The next day, another fire happened in the woods not too far.