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2009 Burn Laws

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2009 Burn Laws

2009 Burning Laws in Brief

The 4 p.m. Burning Laws is in Effect during the following months:
 
March 1 - May 31
October 1 - December 31
 
 
1: No burning until after 4 p.m.  Fire must be extinguished by 7 a.m. the next morning.
 
2: Fire must be attended at all times.
 
3: Area around fire must be cleared down to mineral soil for a minimum distance of 10 feet around what is being burned.
 
4: If your fire escaped, you ar liable for costs of suppressing the fire and any damage the fire may cause. 

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For more information:
304-558-2788