Cigarette Butts Spark Wildfires | Fargo News

North Dakota’s bone-dry landscape is primed for wildfire disaster—and one flicked cigarette from a car window could ignite it. The Highway Patrol warns that embers can linger, catch dry grass, and explode into flames in seconds. Plus, tossing butts out the window isn’t just reckless—it’s illegal, carrying a $500 ticket, and if proven to start a major blaze, you could face criminal charges and pay for all damages. It’s a simple fix: properly extinguish your cigarette. One careless move can cost lives, property, and your freedom. Do your part—before the next fire starts with your mistake. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/079b0998b1297f9a