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    News Article | July 20, 2022

    Fireworks/Burn Ban

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    "Even though our county is currently under a burn ban, area campers continue to set up camp fires to keep warm."


    Is there a penalty for violating a burn ban?

    Yes. It is a Class C misdemeanor to knowingly or intentionally violate a prohibition or restriction established by a burn ban order. Local Government Code §352.081.