Caldwell County extends burn ban for two weeks after recent wind-driven fires
Oct 22, 2026
Oct 22, 2026
County fire and emergency staff reported several recent fires tied to high winds and arcing power lines and recommended, and the court approved, a two‑week extension of the county burn ban based on rising KBDI numbers.
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Fire and emergency staff briefed commissioners on recent small wildfires in the county — including one under five acres and others caused by high winds arcing overhead lines — and recommended extending the countywide burn ban for an additional two weeks.
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