By Emma Loura/Manhattan Mercury
Local officials are seeking a grant that provides resources to help communities protect against wildfires.
Together with the Kansas Forest Service, the Riley County Emergency Management and Fire Department applied for a Community Fire Defense Grant.
“That protection plan is a guide for public entities and citizens on practices, techniques, things to keep in mind on how to prepare for or protect your property for a wildfire,” said Russel Stukey, Riley County emergency management director.
