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Grimes County court adopts 90-day countywide burn ban after wildfire concerns
Summary
The Commissioner's Court of Grimes County voted to impose a countywide burn ban for 90 days, effective at adjournment March 21, 2025, citing nearby wildfire activity and dry conditions; the court directed notifications to law enforcement, emergency management, local media and posted notices.
The Commissioner's Court of Grimes County voted Friday to impose a countywide burn ban for 90 days, effective at adjournment on March 21, 2025. The motion was made by Commissioner David Tullis and seconded by Commissioner Chad Mallett; the court approved the order and directed county staff to notify law enforcement and post public notices.
Court members said the ban responds to wildfire activity in nearby San Jacinto County and current dry, red-flag conditions. A court member noted the…
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