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Whitfield County issues 30-day outdoor burn ban starting Nov. 13
Summary
The Whitfield County Board of Commissioners voted unanimously on Nov. 13 to enact a temporary, countywide outdoor burn ban effective Nov. 13, 2023, for 30 days; the minutes do not list exceptions or enforcement details.
The Whitfield County Board of Commissioners voted on Nov. 13 to issue a temporary emergency outdoor burn ban for the county, effective immediately and set to remain in force for 30 days.
Commissioner Greg Jones made the motion to enact the burn ban and Commissioner Barry W. Robbins seconded; the motion was recorded as approved 3-0. The minutes state the ban begins Nov. 13, 2023, and remains in effect for thirty days but do not specify exceptions, permitted activities, or enforcement mechanisms.
Chairman Jevin Jensen presided over the meeting; the minutes do not record public comment on the ban or further discussion about the operational details. The board entered executive session later in the meeting for real estate matters and reconvened to adjourn.
Residents seeking guidance about the ban or enforcement should consult Whitfield County Fire Department announcements or contact county offices for clarifications; the meeting minutes themselves do not provide additional operational instructions or exemptions.
