County-Wide Burn Ban Extension
Summary
The court considered a countywide burn ban but took no action, leaving fire restrictions unchanged.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 16
- Last 30 days
- 3
Discussed at 2 meetings in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 27, 2026.
Impact analysis
You could be looking at major car repair bills or property damage if you don't take these warnings seriously.
Landowners and outdoor burners are unaffected for now.
Potentially fire-prone areas if conditions worsen without restrictions.
Mentions & discussions (18)
Commissioners' Court - Oct 27, 2026
The burn ban remains in effect; the court held off on any change hoping forecast rain this week finally eases fire danger.
Commissioners Court — October 27, 2026
The court considered a countywide burn ban but took no action, leaving fire restrictions unchanged.
Commissioners' Court - Oct 6, 2026
The court evaluated whether to lift or keep the burn ban after recent rains. While some areas received moisture, dry grass and lingering drought conditions in the northern part of the county led commissioners to keep the ban active.
Commissioners Court — August 25, 2026
A countywide burn ban was on the agenda but the court took no action, leaving fire weather restrictions unchanged by this meeting.
Commissioners Court — August 18, 2026
The court took up a countywide burn ban but took no action, so there's no change for now. Landowners should watch for updates if conditions warrant one later.
Commissioners Court — August 4, 2026
Dry conditions have prompted the county to reinstate the ban on outdoor burning, effective 9 a.m. Tuesday. Residents need to check what's prohibited before any burning and watch for updates as conditions change.
Commissioners' Court - Aug 4, 2026
Dry weather and recent grass fires prompted the court to put an immediate burn ban in place to protect local property and reduce fire risks.
Commissioners Court — July 28, 2026
The court took up a possible county-wide burn ban, but the minutes record no action taken.
Commissioners' Court - Jul 21, 2026
Recent rainfall has improved drought conditions, allowing the county to lift the burn ban. Residents can resume outdoor burning while exercising caution.
Commissioners Court — July 21, 2026
The county had been under a burn ban, and commissioners voted to lift it right away. Residents can resume outdoor burning, though fire risk should still be monitored.
Commissioners Court — July 7, 2026
The court took up a countywide burn ban; the minutes don't record an outcome. Burn bans restrict outdoor burning during dry conditions to prevent wildfires.
Commissioners Court — June 30, 2026
Outdoor burning is now prohibited across Tom Green County as of 9 a.m. This comes right before the July 4th holiday, and Commissioner Nanny specifically warned residents against lighting fireworks from county roads or parks. The 3-2 vote shows the court wasn't unanimous on the need.
Commissioners' Court - Apr 7, 2026
The county lifted its burn ban following recent rain, though officials warned residents to stay cautious as dry weather could return.
Commissioners' Court - Mar 17, 2026
With dry weather, high winds, and low humidity creating intense fire season risks, the county reinstated its burn ban to protect local firefighters and residents.
Commissioners' Court - Jan 27, 2026
The Commissioners' Court voted to lift the countywide burn ban immediately following recent winter storms, allowing residents to resume outdoor burning.
Commissioners' Court - Jan 6, 2026
A burn ban was enacted to mitigate wildfire risks during dry winter conditions.
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