Callahan County Commissioners Court reinstated the county burn ban on July 14, citing recent dry conditions despite some rain and ongoing fire response activity.

A commissioner moved to reinstate the burn ban, another seconded, and the court voted unanimously in favor. Commissioners noted that recent rains had been uneven and that wind and dry grass remained fires risks; one member said, “The wind doesn't help too. It will blow it out.”

Ending: The burn ban was reinstated by court action; staff and emergency services will continue to monitor conditions and advise the court if further action is needed.