Smyth County Board rescinds April burn ban, cites improved conditions
The Smyth County Board of Supervisors on July 9 rescinded a local emergency and associated burn ban declared April 16, 2026, citing recent precipitation and a favorable forecast. The resolution directs county administration to notify the governor.
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The Smyth County Board of Supervisors voted July 9 to rescind the local emergency and burn ban first declared April 16, 2026. Assistant County Administrator Lisa Richardson read a resolution saying the county has "received an adequate amount of precipitation to reduce the fire hazard," and the Board approved rescinding the declaration and instructed County Administration to file a notice with the governor.
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