Jamestown  (CSi)  The Jamestown City Fire Department was called to a fire Friday about 11:17-a.m., reported in the backyard of a residence at 452 Second Street SW.

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City Fire Chief Jim Reuther says furniture was being burned in the backyard.

No injuries reported with three city fire units, and 22 fire fighters on the scene about 35 minutes.

City Fire Chief  Jim Reuther reminds residents of  the city Ordinance prohibiting outdoor burning in city limits with the exception of approved fire pits, which may burn only wood.  The city does not allow open burning even in fire pits of other materials such as garbage or other materials.

He adds that it cost the City of Jamestown $1,000 every time the city fire department is called out, and in the case of illegal burning, it costs taxpayers unnecessarily.

He points out that before outdoor burning, residents should be sure to check with the city fire department, if the action is lawful.

He says the city’s website, jamestownnd.org has the Ordinance outlined.