Wednesday, August 27, 2014

Burn ban issued for Crittenden County


A no-burn order has been issued for the entire county by Crittenden County Judge-Executive Perry Newcom effective today. The recent extreme heat combined with the lack of adequate rainfall has created a high risk of wildfire.

"In an effort to protect our citizens, property, environment and the many volunteer firefighters, I find it necessary to implement this burn ban at this time," said Newcom.

This order prohibits all outdoor burning and will remain in effect until the county experiences a minimum rainfall of 2 inches in a 24-hour period or until lifted by Newcom.