Anderson County has officially put a lid on outdoor burning due to fire risks. Skip the backyard fire pit or brush clearing for now to avoid a massive fine and keep the neighborhood safe.
At a glance
Rising — being discussed more frequently. 2 mentions in the last 30 days, 2 the 90 before that.
Violators face a $500 fine for a Class C misdemeanor.
All county residents benefit from the reduced risk of uncontrolled wildfires.
Residents in unincorporated areas who need to conduct controlled burns for land management.
Weather Alert ...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 8 PM CDT SUNDAY... * WHAT...Heat Index values up to 109 degrees. * WHERE...Portions of north central and...
Weather Alert ...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 8 PM CDT SUNDAY... * WHAT...Heat Index values up to 109 degrees. * WHERE...Portions of north central and...
The county has extended the burn ban for 30 days because the weather is dry and windy, making it dangerous to burn trash or brush.
A 30-day burn ban is now in effect to reduce the risk of wildfires during a dry period. The ban will be lifted early if the county gets enough rain.
Due to dry conditions and high fire risk, the county is banning outdoor burning in unincorporated areas. If you live outside city limits, make sure to follow these rules to avoid a $500 fine.
LIST: East Texas areas under burn ban KETK.com
Burn ban statuses for East Texas counties KLTV.com
LIST: Burn bans in East Texas KETK.com
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