Smith County Board rescinds burn ban after improved conditions
The Board unanimously adopted a resolution rescinding the county's April 16, 2026 local-emergency declaration and burn ban after staff and local fire leadership reported improved precipitation and forecasts, and authorized county administration to notify the governor's office.
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The Smith County Board of Supervisors adopted a resolution July 9 rescinding the county's April 16, 2026 local-emergency declaration and the burn ban that had been in effect. County staff read the resolution, which cites consultation with local fire chiefs, the emergency-management coordinator, and other public-safety leadership.
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