Karnes County extends burn ban 90 days after split vote

Apr 15, 2026

Amid dry conditions and debate over private-property rights, commissioners voted 4–1 to extend the county burn ban for 90 days.

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Karnes County Commissioners debated whether to continue the countywide burn ban in light of recent dry conditions and differing views about private property rights.

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