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Outdoor Burning

 As of September 29, 2026

  FIRE DANGER IS HIGH 

  STAGE 1 BURN BAN IS IN EFFECT

  

  

All land clearing and yard debris fires are not allowed.

Recreational fires no larger than 3’x 3’ in diameter are allowed using ONLY seasoned firewood or charcoal.

Winds must be LESS than 7 MPH.

A charged garden hose or 10 gallons of water with a bucket shall be on site.

Beach fires must be below last high tide line and not in or around driftwood.

All other locations must be in an approved enclosure.

Approved enclosures required of cement block, stones or #10 gauge steel, a minimum of 16" high and open on one side. Materials being burned must be lower than the sides.

All fires shall be at least 25 feet from structures, timber, and other combustible materials.

All fires must be DEAD OUT (cold to touch) prior to leaving.

Violations of these burn restrictions can result in response fees starting at $250.00

If you have a fire that has to be extinguished by fire agencies, you may be held

responsible for all suppression costs.



Thank you and Be safe

UPDATED BURN BAN STAGES

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UPDATED OPEN BURNING PERMIT

Outdoor Burning General Permit & Regulations

General Permit 6.18.26 (pdf)

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Resolution 2026-295 (pdf)

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