On Monday, September 16th, around 6:45 p.m., the Rochester Police and Fire Departments responded to Hanson Pines Park, behind Dominicus Court, near the high school, following a report of an explosion and fire.

Emergency personnel discovered a large fire at what appeared to be an encampment in the wooded area. No occupants were found at the site, and no injuries were reported. The Rochester Fire Department was able to extinguish the fire.

The police also want to remind the public that camping on City property is prohibited. It is unlawful for any person to camp or to park, with occupancy by one or more persons, any vehicle or recreational vehicle, either overnight or for any two-hour period between dusk and dawn, on any City-owned land within the City of Rochester.