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Kendall County extends 90‑day outdoor burn ban amid continuing drought
Summary
Kendall County Commissioners voted 4–0 Jan. 13 to extend an order prohibiting outdoor burning for up to 90 days, citing severe drought conditions and high winds; staff said the drought index remains elevated and recommended continuation of the ban.
Kendall County Commissioners on Jan. 13 approved an extension of the county's outdoor burning prohibition for up to 90 days, citing worsening drought conditions and forecasted high winds.
County staff presented drought metrics and recommended continuing the burn ban already in place. The assistant deputy fire marshal, Juan, described a rise in dry conditions and a cold front in the forecast that will bring strong winds, which could increase the risk of fire spread. County Judge (chair) moved to adopt Order O‑20250113‑1 extending the prohibition; Commissioner Chapman seconded the motion. Paula called the vote and the motion carried 4–0.
Why it matters: the extension preserves county authority to prohibit outdoor burning on unincorporated lands where conditions could make open fires hazardous. The court signed the updated order at the meeting; staff said individual permits and enforcement procedures remain in effect under the order.
The court handled the order administratively during its Jan. 13 meeting; no amendments to the text of the order were proposed at the session.
