Boyd County is in a Burn Ban Effective Immediately
NO OPEN BURNING
NO FIRE PITS
NO RECREATIONAL BURNING
NO BURN PERMITS
NO FIREWORKS
Due to continued high temperatures and very dry conditions no burn permits will be issued, no open burns, no fire pits, no recreational burning and no fireworks.
Fires caused by fireworks or any other ignition source will be difficult to control due to extreme temperatures, wind, dry conditions and low humidity.
Citations will be issued to ALL violations (unless a WRITTEN permit is issued by a fire chief) 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 at 402-775-2331
