Elk County declares countywide burn ban as Red Flag Warning persists

Mar 10, 2025

The Elk County Board of Commissioners voted 2-1 to impose a countywide burn ban starting March 12, citing National Weather Service guidance and a Red Flag Warning. The ban was requested by the Rural Fire chief and supported by emergency management staff.

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The Elk County Board of Commissioners voted 2-1 on March 10 to impose a countywide burn ban starting Wednesday, March 12, citing an ongoing Red Flag Warning and regional guidance from the National Weather Service.

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