Outdoor Burn Ban
Summary
Due to extreme summer heat and lack of rainfall pushing drought indices higher, the Fire Marshal recommended implementing a countywide burn ban.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 21
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Aug 20, 2026.
Impact analysis
Reduces potential emergency response and wildfire suppression costs.
All residents and property owners in unincorporated Comal County protected from wildfire hazards.
Residents needing to conduct open-air burning must postpone activities or seek permits.
Mentions & discussions (28)
Comal County Lifts Burn Ban
Comal County lifted the burn ban for unincorporated areas today after 1-4 inches of rain fell over the last several days. Campfires, burn barrels, fire pits and rings are now allowed. For more information visit the county fire marshal’s website. The ...
Comal County Commissioners Vote to Reinstate the Burn Ban after Fire Marshal Warns ‘It’s Definitely Time’
“It’s definitely time to get the burn ban back into effect.” Comal County Fire Marshal Kory Klabunde told Commissioners Court today the Keetch-Byram Drought Index (KBDI) is at 553 points and rising by 10 points per day. Commissioners unanimously vote...
Comal County re-instates burn ban amid dry conditions as drought index climbs
Comal County re-instates burn ban amid dry conditions as drought index climbs WOAI
Commissioners Court — 2026-08-20
Due to extreme summer heat and lack of rainfall pushing drought indices higher, the Fire Marshal recommended implementing a countywide burn ban.
Mandatory evacuation issued for parts of Comal County along Guadalupe River due to flooding
Mandatory evacuation issued for parts of Comal County along Guadalupe River due to flooding KSAT
Comal County Calls for Mandatory Evacuation along the Guadalupe River in Spring Branch
Comal County issued a mandatory evacuation order today for all areas along the Guadalupe River from the county line at Guadalupe River State Park to FM 311. Anyone in this area should leave immediately, along with pets and essential medications. Spri...
Dangerous Flood Wave Moving Down the Guadalupe River Expected to Reach Canyon Lake, Spring Branch around 4 p.m.
Comal County spokesperson Cary Zayas warns the dangerous flood wave moving down the Guadalupe River west of Canyon Lake is expected to reach Canyon Lake, Spring Branch, Guadalupe River State Park and Honey Creek State Natural Area around 4 p.m. today...
Comal County orders mandatory evacuations from FM 311 to county line due to flood risk
Comal County orders mandatory evacuations from FM 311 to county line due to flood risk WOAI
Water rescues ongoing as Comal County blocks off flooded roadways
Water rescues ongoing as Comal County blocks off flooded roadways MySA
Several Water Rescues Underway in Comal County as Barricades Go Up Around Low-Water Crossings
As of around noon today, Comal County first responders are actively working on several water rescues, and 32 county roads are now closed due to continued heavy rain. The county remains under a flash flood warning until 3 p.m. County spokesperson Cary...
Comal County Under Flash-Flood Warning Until 3 p.m. Today
Comal and North Central Bexar counties are under a flash-flood warning until 3 p.m. today, July 15. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly, creating life-threatening flash flooding that may threaten life and property. Storms will cont...
Commissioners Court - Jun 18, 2026
The county is joining the federal IPAWS system to send emergency alerts directly to cell phones. This will improve public safety by ensuring residents receive timely warnings during local emergencies.
Area Counties & Cities to Conduct Emergency Notification System Test April 2
Area Counties & Cities to Conduct Emergency Notification System Test April 2 New Braunfels (.gov)
Commissioners Court - Feb 5, 2026
The county extended the outdoor burn ban for another 90 days due to dry conditions and high fire danger.
New Braunfels to share emergency operations space with Comal County
New Braunfels to share emergency operations space with Comal County Community Impact
New Braunfels, Comal County officials take precautions as winter storm, extreme cold warnings loom
New Braunfels, Comal County officials take precautions as winter storm, extreme cold warnings loom Herald-Zeitung
Fireworks Banned in New Braunfels, OK in Unincorporated Comal County
Fireworks Banned in New Braunfels, OK in Unincorporated Comal County mycanyonlake.com
Commissioners Court - Dec 23, 2025
The county is using a $1.25 million state grant to significantly improve flood warning times and safety at low-water crossings. This includes new weather stations, cameras, and automated warning systems to protect residents during heavy rain.
Commissioners Court - Aug 14, 2025
In response to dry conditions and elevated fire indices, the court enacted a mandatory burn ban across all unincorporated areas of the county starting Friday morning.
Comal County preparing routine test of high-water warning system this week
Comal County preparing routine test of high-water warning system this week KSAT
Commissioners Court - Jul 10, 2025
The county is working to repair aging dams to meet modern safety standards and prevent flooding. This is a major project that requires significant state and federal funding.
Comal County lifts evacuation order northeast of Gruene
Comal County lifts evacuation order northeast of Gruene KSAT
Commissioners Court - May 22, 2025
The county is installing new flood monitoring equipment on FM 311 to improve safety during high-water events.
Commissioners Court - Apr 17, 2025
With the Keetch-Byram Drought Index (KBDI) rising to 523, the county instituted a mandatory outdoor burn ban to mitigate wildfire risks across unincorporated areas.
Commissioners Court - Mar 13, 2025
Rising drought index numbers prompted Comal County to enact a burn ban across unincorporated areas to prevent wildfire hazards.
Commissioners Court - Jan 30, 2025
The county's ESDs are reporting on their fire and EMS service levels, including capital investments and strategic planning.
Commissioners Court - Jan 16, 2025
Due to dry conditions and expected high winds, the county enacted a 90-day outdoor burn ban starting January 17 to reduce wildfire risks.
Comal County Judge issues disaster declaration as wildfire risk, little chance for rain continues
Comal County Judge issues disaster declaration as wildfire risk, little chance for rain continues KSAT
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