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Commission approves burn‑ban resolution as drought conditions persist

Jefferson County Board of County Commissioners · April 20, 2026

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Summary

Citing dry conditions and fire risk, the Jefferson County Commission approved a resolution imposing a burn ban; fire‑department staff said the region has seen significant dryness similar to 2019 and neighboring counties already have bans.

The Jefferson County Commission voted to approve a resolution imposing a county burn ban after fire‑department staff briefed the board on dry vegetation and recent wildfire risk.

Staff and the fire chief told the board that several nearby counties already have bans in place, that local field conditions are dry and that the county has experienced recurring permitted fires and an instance where a permitted burn escaped. The fire chief recommended the restriction in the interest of public safety, and the board approved the resolution by voice vote.

The resolution takes effect immediately; staff said they will publicize the restriction and that the board will review conditions as they change.