Lavaca County keeps burn ban off as fire chiefs back mutual‑aid agreement
Feb 9, 2026
Feb 9, 2026
County fire chiefs told commissioners the drought index is elevated but advised against a countywide burn ban; the court approved a mutual‑aid agreement for local fire departments and urged residents to report fires to the sheriff. Court Order 19902 was recorded.
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County officials on Feb. 9 opted not to impose a countywide burn ban even as local fire officials warned of elevated fire risk.
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