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Of equal concern is the fire hazard. The revised permit shows that the windrows have been rotated so <br /> they are perpendicular to the property line instead of parallel, but they are still close enough that <br /> spontaneous combustion of the compost could escape into surrounding dry grass. It is well documented <br /> that spontaneous combustion can occur at the composting temperatures shown in the applicant's <br /> proposal (60°C). Prevailing hot, dry westerly winds could easily blow these combustion products onto the <br /> adjacent grazing land and engulf several homes (ours being the closest). Such a fire would be very <br /> difficult to extinguish because the fields are all cross-fenced, making it difficult to get support into the area <br /> and putting fire/rescue personnel in extreme danger. Air support from CDF would be limited due the hilly <br /> chaparral and high voltage power lines parallel to Cord Road. <br /> We strongly believe this site is not suitable for compost generation and encourage the County to suggest <br /> the applicant prepare compost at a site in which fire hazards and leachate can be more tightly controlled, <br /> chemical analyses can guarantee a clean end product. We also ask that if the applicant wishes to <br /> distribute compost on the vineyard, that they consider using agricultural byproducts as the compost <br /> feedstock instead of urban yard waste. Please notify us if you need more information about the <br /> information provided above. <br /> Sincerely, <br /> Doug and Erika Robinson <br /> CC: Donna Heran, Director, San Joaquin County Public Health Services <br /> Clements Fire District <br />