★ Learn NOT To Burn ★
Burn bans can be ordered by any local fire chief
While the Indiana State Fire Marshal's Office does not declare local burn bans, the Indiana State Fire Marshal supports all local efforts to reduce the fire risk escalated by dry weather.
In dry conditions fires can ignite and spread very quickly. Activities like grilling, fireworks and backyard fires have the potential to cause sizable fires. Even seemingly harmless actions like driving over or parking on dry grass, or dropping a lit cigarette on the ground could spark a fire.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's) About the Outdoor Burning Ban
What is allowed?
Gas and charcoal grills, on noncombustible surfaces, like concrete or pavement.
--- Please be sure to wet down charcoal ashes as soon as you remove them from the grill to prevent a rekindle, even if they are a few days old.
Citronella style candles in glass or metal containers on tables or noncombustible surfaces.
What is prohibited?
- for his or her jurisdiction,
- or by the legislative body
- of a city, town or county.
While the Indiana State Fire Marshal's Office does not declare local burn bans, the Indiana State Fire Marshal supports all local efforts to reduce the fire risk escalated by dry weather.
In dry conditions fires can ignite and spread very quickly. Activities like grilling, fireworks and backyard fires have the potential to cause sizable fires. Even seemingly harmless actions like driving over or parking on dry grass, or dropping a lit cigarette on the ground could spark a fire.
- Be sure to store firewood and all other combustibles away from your home.
- It is advisable to avoid burning trash during dry weather, but if you must, and if permissible, burn trash in a safe incinerator.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's) About the Outdoor Burning Ban
What is allowed?
Gas and charcoal grills, on noncombustible surfaces, like concrete or pavement.
--- Please be sure to wet down charcoal ashes as soon as you remove them from the grill to prevent a rekindle, even if they are a few days old.
Citronella style candles in glass or metal containers on tables or noncombustible surfaces.
What is prohibited?
- Any fire that produces an open, unprotected flames
- Campfires, bonfires, fire pits
- Sky lanterns
- Tiki Torches