Travis County has extended a burn ban that went into effect Feb. 10 for unincorporated areas of the county due to continued dry conditions, according to a news release. The ban now remains in effect through March 24 unless the county judge or fire marshal lifts it earlier.
The details
The ban applies to outdoor burning in unincorporated areas—areas outside of any specific city—of Travis County. It does not apply to prescribed burns, outdoor welding, cutting, grinding or other hot work operations, according to the release.
The Travis County Fire Marshal’s Office urges residents to use caution when grilling or barbecuing outdoors and to keep a water source or fire extinguisher nearby. Anyone who sees a fire that may be out of control should call 911 immediately.
