“Firefighters Battle Mulch Fire on SH 242 and Discuss Spontaneous Combustion Risks and Prevention” Firefighters from Needham Fire Department, South Montgomery County Fire Department, and Montgomery County Precinct 3 Commissioner’s Office spent several hours battling a mulch fire on SH 242 at the San Jacinto River, with the fire smoldering deep within the pile. This incident highlights the risk of spontaneous combustion in organic mulch, caused by the decomposition process generating heat, particularly in hot and dry conditions. It is important to maintain proper mulch thickness, moisture levels, and periodically turn the mulch to prevent overheating. While spontaneous combustion is rare in household mulch applications, caution should be exercised, especially in areas prone to wildfires or during hot and dry spells.
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