Outdoor burning is temporarily prohibited in unincorporated Bastrop County as dry conditions increase wildfire risk.
In a nutshell
Bastrop County Commissioners Court adopted the emergency order prohibiting outdoor burning on Aug. 24.
The burn ban will remain in place through Sept. 14, unless commissioners lift it earlier.
What it means
Bastrop County outlined the following enforcement measures when suspected outdoor burning is reported:
- Fire departments may respond to put out the fire
- A peace officer can be sent to investigate
- Violators could face a Class C misdemeanor and a fine of up to $500
Find out more
Unsure whether the burn ban affects you? Use the county map below to check.
