Burn Ban - December 2008

BURN BAN IS NOT IN EFFECT

OUTDOOR BURNING ALLOWED

Even though outdoor burning is allowed, we ask that you follow some simple safety rules:

Don't burn if the winds are greater than 20 miles per hour!

Have water handy.

Don't leave the fire unattended.

Let the Sheriff's Department know that you have a controlled burn (even more so if it is large). Call 940-627-5971

For outdoor welding, it's always a good idea to follow these safety rules:

A. Fire watch present during all welding phases including cutting and grinding

B. Areas 10’ Radius altered with fire retardant or non-combustible material

C. Fire Fighting capability

D. Fire watch

E. Winds - less than 20 mph

F. Humidity – more than 25%

G. Call into the Wise County Sheriff’s Office before work begins