Saturday, June 13, 2026

Early morning lightning ignites propane tank in rural Bates County


At 7:40 a.m., the Rich Hill Fire Department was called to assist the Butler Fire Department with a residential propane tank fire. Personnel worked together to cool the tank and successfully extinguish the fire. Crews remained on scene until 10:30 a.m.

No injuries were reported.

Courtesy of the Rich Hill Fire Department


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