Statewide Burn Ban in NY: What You Need to Know
A statewide burn ban is in effect across New York through October 15. Most outdoor fires are banned, but small, contained fires are allowed. Stay safe and conserve water.
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New York State Now Limits Size of Bonfires in Your Backyard
The officials in New York State have a law of how big your bonfire can be in your backyard. If you are getting ready to have a bonfire in your backyard this summer, you are going to have to check the limitations on the size.
Get Ready: New York's Statewide Burn Ban Is Coming
Mark your calendars because New York's burn ban is around the corner.
Red Flag Warning, Burn Ban in Effect in Central New York
The wildfire risk keeps increasing in the Mohawk Valley.
New York Rangers Respond to Multiple Rare Winter Wildfires in Central New York
Despite all the rain and snow Central New York received this winter, forest rangers say wildfires remain a major threat because they've already put out several in the area.
Statewide Ban Goes Into Effect in New York This Month
The month of March marks a statewide ban in New York.
Don't Forget! Brush Burn Ban is Around the Corner for New Yorkers
No need to get heated about it... just make sure you mark your calendars for these dates.
Wildfire Spread Advisory, Burn Ban in Effect
The National Weather Service is issuing a Wildfire Spread Advisory for Central New York on Friday, April 29, 2022.
New York State Burn Ban in Effect Starting Next Week
The DEC announced that a burn ban will go into effect all across New York State starting March 16 and running through May 14 to reduce the risk of wildfires.