Hidalgo County property owner cited for illegal burning near Alton
· KRGV (NBC 5)
Hidalgo County officials have cited a property owner for conducting an illegal burning operation near Alton. The site, located at 6 Mile Line and Iowa Road, was reported by neighbors who noticed smoke. Constables from Precinct 3 responded and found that the owner was charging people to dump trash for burning without a permit. Hidalgo County Constable Larry Gallardo stated that they are investigating the duration of this operation and advising the owner against it. The Alton Fire Department intervened to prevent the fire from spreading. Authorities remind the public that illegal dumping can lead to citations and penalties.
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