Burn ban amid drought
Summary
A burn ban is now in effect across Waller County, meaning outdoor burning is prohibited. The Fire Marshal can lift it if conditions improve and conditions are met.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 16, 2026.
Impact analysis
It keeps costs down by letting crews work faster without having to dodge traffic.
Everyone in the county, especially near dry grass and brush, through reduced wildfire risk.
Residents and landowners who rely on outdoor burning for routine tasks must hold off until the ban is lifted.
Mentions & discussions (4)
Commissioners Court - Sep 16, 2026
The drought index is averaging 600 — well above the 500 trigger — and four grass fires broke out in the past week. Officials urged residents to check the county website, not Facebook, for burn ban status.
Commissioners Court - Sep 2, 2026
After 31 grass fires in three weeks and a drought index averaging 638, the county banned outdoor burning. The fire marshal can lift it if enough rain falls before the next meeting.
Regular Session — September 2, 2026
A burn ban is now in effect across Waller County, meaning outdoor burning is prohibited. The Fire Marshal can lift it if conditions improve and conditions are met.
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