Hemphill County extends burn ban through April 1, sets March 30 review

Mar 9, 2026

The Commissioners' Court voted unanimously on March 9 to extend the countywide burn ban through April 1, 2026, with a scheduled review at the March 30 meeting.

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Hemphill County Judge Lisa Johnson and the Commissioners' Court voted on March 9 to extend the county burn ban through April 1, 2026, with a review scheduled for the March 30 meeting. Commissioner Dale Schafer made the motion to extend the ban and Commissioner Tim Alexander seconded; the motion "carried unopposed."

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