Hunt County extends countywide burn ban for 90 days amid drought declaration

Jan 15, 2026

The Hunt County Commissioner’s Court voted Jan. 14 to extend a countywide burn ban for 90 days after staff reported dormant grasses, low humidity and high winds and said Gov. Abbott had declared drought conditions that include Hunt County.

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HUNT COUNTY, Texas — The Hunt County Commissioner’s Court voted Jan. 14 to extend a countywide burn ban for 90 days, citing drought conditions and increased wildfire risk.

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