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Burn Ban Information


8-25-25 Burn Ban Order.pdf

 

Wilson County has ordered a BURN BAN effective as of August 25, 2025, and continues for 90 days in accordance with Local Government Code 352.081(h), a violation of this Order is a Class C Misdemeanor, punishable by a fine not to exceed $500.00.

ALL outdoor burning is prohibited with the exception of:

1.) Firefighter Training;

2.) Public Utility, Natural Gas or Pipeline Operations;

3.) Planting or harvesting of agricultural crops**;

4.) Burns that are conducted by prescribed burn manager certified under section 153.048 of the Natural Resources Code, and meet the standard of Section 153.047.

 

**Agricultural burning is only allowed under this section in accordance with Local Government code 352.081(f).