After a significant amount of rain over the weekend, the Louisiana Office of State Fire Marshal lifted the statewide burn ban that went into affect October 16.
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With the rain in Tuesday’s forecast the burn bans and advisories still in effect will likely be lifted.
Governor Phil Bryant signed the order Monday afternoon at the request of the Mississippi Forestry Commission.
To burn materials safely, keep a means of extinguishing the fire nearby at all times, and never leave the fire unattended.
Before burning, Pine Bluff residents are required to get burn permits.
Additional information can be found on the state fire marshal’s website.
Burn bans are reviewed weekly by the Hays County Commissioners Court, but can be implemented on an emergency basis by the county judge.
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Chambers also notes that debris piles, especially those near waterways, should be thoroughly searched before being burned. The ban did not apply to those burning as a “generally accepted agriculture practice” defined by the Louisiana Right to Farm law, but local fire departments or governments had to give permission for private burning.
