Jefferson County declares open-fire ban effective July 21 through Sept. 30

Jul 21, 2025

The Jefferson County Board of Commissioners approved Resolution 2025-27 authorizing a countywide ban on open fires in unincorporated areas, citing unusually dry fuels and nearby active wildfires; agricultural burning requires air permits and limited exceptions apply.

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Jefferson County commissioners on July 21 approved a resolution implementing an open-fire ban in unincorporated areas effective immediately and set to remain in force through Sept. 30, 2025, unless the board sets an earlier end date.

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