Happening now: A marsh fire has sparked in Slidell. The smoke from which can be seen from HWY 11. St Tammany Fire District #1 says they are unable to douse the flames at this time as they work to get a boat with a portable pump with more power to put out the flames.
The good news: residents and there homes are not in any danger at this time.
So far, no impacts on visibility and traffic as well.
Marsh Fire in Slidell, crews unable to douse at this time
St Tammany Fire Dist. 1
