Fire chief says open burning is closed as district responds to increasing ignition activity
Elko County Fire Chief announced open burning is closed (fire pits allowed with 25-foot clearance and recommended burn permits), warned of recent recreation-related starts and said the district recorded 22 fires in the last month as it coordinates interagency responses and increases staffing for lightning and red-flag days.
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During non-action staff comments, Fire Chief Brian told the board that "open burning is now closed," while clarifying that properly managed fire pits remain allowed if they have 25 feet of clearance and residents obtain a burn permit so dispatch is informed.
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