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Chambers County extends temporary prohibition on annual burning amid rising drought index
Summary
FRACCO staff told commissioners the county’s drought index has risen and recommended extending a seven‑day proclamation into a 90‑day temporary prohibition on annual burning; commissioners approved the extension to remain in effect until conditions improve.
County FRACCO staff briefed the court that the local drought index has risen and that grass and brush fires have increased in recent weeks. Staff said they would recommend extending the judge’s seven‑day proclamation into a county‑level temporary prohibition on annual burning for up to 90 days or until conditions improve.
“...the drought index has been rising, little to no rain in the forecast,” a FRACCO member told the court, noting Texas A&M Forest Service thresholds and a recent uptick in grass‑fire incidents. Staff said the restriction is intended to reduce ignition risks while conditions remain unusually dry and that the proclamation would be terminated earlier if drought conditions abate. The court approved the temporary prohibition.
Officials emphasized that the restriction is time‑limited and tied to the county’s drought metrics rather than a permanent policy change.
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