Craighead County, AR – Contributed – A burn ban has been issued for Craighead County effective immediately and until further notice.
This decision was made in coordination with the Craighead County Office of Emergency Management, Craighead County Judge Marvin Day, and the Arkansas Forestry Services due to the return of dry conditions and the absence of rain in the forecast.
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The burn ban prohibits all outdoor burning until further notice. This measure is necessary to reduce the risk of wildfires due to the current weather conditions and rapid drying of vegetation.
Enforcement & Exceptions
The burn ban will be enforced by the Craighead County Sheriff’s Department, local fire district officials, the Craighead County Office of Emergency Management, and the Arkansas Forestry Services.
Residents are urged to comply with this order to prevent potential fire outbreaks. The burn ban will remain in effect until conditions improve and an official order lifts the restrictions.
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