Orange County issues burn ban as drought conditions worsen
What we know
The ban applies to areas served by Orange County Fire Rescue, including:
Edgewood
Belle Isle
Oakland
Eatonville
The restriction was triggered automatically under the county's Fire Prevention and Protection Ordinance after the Keetch-Byram Drought Index (KBDI) reached 500, a threshold that signals increased wildfire risk.
The ban prohibits all outdoor burning without a permit, including:
Recreational fires
Bonfires
Outdoor fireplaces
Burning of yard debris or trash
However, state-authorized burns and the use of outdoor grills or pits defined under Section 18-4 of the county code are exempt.
Violators may face enforcement actions, including citations, and any unauthorized fires will be extinguished.
The ban will remain in place until the drought index stays below 500 for seven consecutive days.
What you can do
Orange County Fire Rescue is urging residents to take proactive steps to reduce fire risks, such as creating defensible space around their homes, clearing debris from roofs and gutters, and staying alert to changing conditions.
Residents are also encouraged to download the OCFL Alert app for real-time emergency updates.
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The information in this article comes from the Orange County Government's Office of Communications.
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