Caldwell County extends burn ban for two weeks after recent wind-driven fires

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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