Burn ban issued for East Baton Rouge Parish amid dry conditions
Mayor-President Emile “Sid” Edwards has issued an emergency proclamation temporarily prohibiting most outdoor burning across East Baton Rouge Parish as dry weather, low soil moisture, and recent fire activity increase wildfire concerns. Mayor-President Emile “Sid” Edwards of East Baton Rouge Parish has issued an emergency proclamation temporarily prohibiting most outdoor burning across the parish due to dry weather, low soil moisture, and recent fire activity increasing wildfire concerns. The order suspends previously authorized outdoor burning activities such as burning yard debris, land clearing and brush piles, and construction materials. Recreational or open fires that are not contained in proper fire pits or enclosures are also prohibited. East Baton Baton Rouge is among several parishes across the WAFB viewing area with burn restrictions. Some activities exempt include agricultural burning, prescribed burns performed by certified personnel, cooking fires in grills or smokers, and recreational fires contained in appropriate fire pits. Residents are urged to use extreme caution and avoid activities that could create sparks or ignite dry vegetation.
نشرت : منذ 18 ساعة بواسطة WAFB Staff في Weather Environment
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - Mayor-President Emile “Sid” Edwards has issued an emergency proclamation temporarily prohibiting most outdoor burning across East Baton Rouge Parish as dry weather, low soi... [1824 symbols]
