Yard work gone wrong sparks hedge fire in Hope

Yard work gone wrong sparks hedge fire in Hope

Yard work proved to be a pro-pain in the neck for Hope firefighters this past weekend. An attempt to get rid of weeds via propane torch caused a fire that spread to a cedar hedge, according to the Hope Fire Department. The HFD quickly knocked the fire down and there was limited damage. No one was hurt. “A reminder that open flame should not be used for weed control,” the HFD wrote. “Even small flames can spread quickly—especially near dry vegeta…