Be careful and follow the law when burning trash. Don't use an accelerant such as gasoline. As long as dry weather continues, the chance of grass and field fires will be on the rise. Be aware this wheat harvest of field fires. This temperature is hot enough to start a fire while driving across the field.
Fires also can result from welding, especially if working on machinery broken down in the field.
Balers also may cause problems in fields. Overheated bearings, slipping belts or foreign objects causing sparks can ignite this year's fine, dry hay. With the dry weather, all equipment needs to be in good shape. Fourth of July festivities also need to be done with care this year, as sparks from fireworks could mean disaster. Summer also means moving lots of vehicles and farm machinery on the roads.