A field fire broke out on Pickering Hill Road this morning prompting response by Tolu and Crittenden fire departments. A vehicle and cabin were threatened by the blaze. Firemen were on the scene shortly after 7 a.m., and the blaze was quickly under control.
Police were called to the scene after a confrontation between responders and a person at the fire, who authorities believe was intoxicated.
A burn ban remains in force in Crittenden County. All outdoors burning is prohibited.