Hay trailer catches fire accident

Crews from Scappoose Fire District and Columbia River Fire & Rescue were called to the Warren area on July 25 in response to a report of a vehicle on fire. When the crews here, they found a hay trailer on fire. The fire occurred on Church Road at approximately 11:15 a.m.

A load of hay was being hauled up Church Road about ½ miles from Highway 35 when the person driving the towing vehicle noticed smoke coming from the hay bales. When he pulled some of the bales off, a fire erupted. 

The fire was extinguished with no spread to the surrounding areas or structures. The pick-up towing vehicle was not safe but the trailer may have constant some damage, but that is unknown. 

The hay was removed and pushed off the road following last extinguishment. CRF&R and Scappoose Fire responded with 3 engines, 2water tenders, one ambulance, and 2 staff vehicles with 13 personnel.