Effective Immediately
Boyd County is in a Burn Ban
NO OPEN BURNING
NO FIRE PITS
NO RECREATIONAL BURNING
NO BURN PERMITS
EXTREME CAUTION WITH FIREWORKS
Due to recent high temperatures and very dry conditions no burn permits will be issued, no open burns, no fire pits, and no recreational burning. Please use extreme caution when using fireworks.
Fires caused by fireworks or any other ignition source will be difficult to control due to extreme temperatures, wind, and low humidity.
Citations will be issued to ALL violations and individuals could be held liable for any damages incurred due to a violation.
For more information or with any questions please contact your district fire chief or the Boyd County Sheriffs’ Office.
The Boyd County Sheriffs’ Office would like to encourage everyone to be considerate of our Fire and Emergency personnel this holiday weekend and have a safe Independence Day!
