That is why, for the first time since 2013, all of Louisiana is under a burn ban.
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The burn bans, which will be in effect until further notice, are due to the extremely dry conditions that increase the fire risk.
State Fire Marshal Butch Browning said just this week a grass fire in North Louisiana spread, setting about 10 building on fire.
The ban, which went into effect for all of Louisiana at 6 a.m. Friday, followed the National Weather Service’s issuance of a Fire Weather Watch for this weekend.
This ban included residential trash, construction over use and open pit burning with and without air curtain destructors. Residents in these counties may only conduct controlled burns if they receive a permit from a fire chief.
Burn bans are issued by the Iowa DPS’ State Fire Marshal, but are requested and rescinded by county emergency management personnel or fire officials.
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Since most farmers make a living on farming they are allowed to burn their crop fields. Representatives for the Fire Marshal’s Office couldn’t be reached for comment, but Pitre said the ban will be lifted when the area gets sufficient rain.
