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Mandatory Burn Ban

Published: January 30, 2018

Denton County Judge Mary Horn today instated a Local Disaster Declaration for Threat of Wildland Fires Due to Dry Conditions in Denton County effective January 30, 2018.

Denton County Judge Mary Horn, in the interest of fire safety and fire prevention, is asking for the cooperation of all Denton County residents with respect to outdoor burning. High winds, low humidity, and dead/dormant vegetation have contributed to the risk of large and destructive wildfires. At risk are homes, valuable property, and lives. Denton County has experienced an increase in wildfires this season with several burning multiple acres. Some fires are the result of careless or negligent outdoor burning, some are the result of discarded burning materials or cigarettes, and other fires have been started by mechanical malfunctions and welding.

Denton County is experiencing dry weather with little chance for relief in the immediate future. Denton County is currently classified in moderate drought conditions according to the U.S. Drought Monitor Map and has seen a significant increase in frequency of wildfires. The Denton County burning ban will continue until drought conditions are alleviated.

Click here to download and read the 2018 Burn Ban Press Release w attachment.pdf
Click here to download and read the Denton County Burn Ban 2018-01-30.pdf

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