Kendall County extends 90‑day burn ban as drought deepens
Jan 13, 2026
Jan 13, 2026
Kendall County Commissioners voted unanimously on Jan. 13 to extend a 90‑day outdoor burning prohibition after staff reported worsening drought conditions and high winds. The updated order requires signatures from the court and will remain in effect until the county lifts it or the time limit expires.
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Kendall County Commissioners on Jan. 13 renewed an emergency order prohibiting outdoor burning in unincorporated areas for up to 90 days, citing persistent severe drought conditions and forecasts for high winds.
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