HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly toured areas devastated by the Cottonwood Complex fire in Reno County on Monday and took time to meet fire crews who have been working on the front lines.
The fire department also announced that all air space restrictions have been lifted.
Hygiene items are needed for our Reno County neighbors whose homes have been destroyed by the fires. Please drop these items off at the United Way of Reno County office, 924 North Main, Hutchinson: toothpaste, toothbrushes, mouthwash, deodorant, shampoo, body soap, lotion, female hygiene products, hand sanitizer, shaving cream, disposable razors, toilet paper, Kleenex, diapers (all sizes), combs, brushes, hair ties.
Monetary donations are also needed. Please direct your check to United Way of Reno County and note "VOAD Fire" in the memo.
Reno County Emergency Management Director Adam Weishaar asked for an extension of the county's burn ban through March at the Reno County Commission meeting Tuesday. The entire county is included in the ban.