Arkansas, Burn bans

Here's what counties in Arkansas are under a burn ban
Experts have issued multiple burn bans across Arkansas as a result of the high winds, low humidity, and dry conditions in the state.
Burn bans issued across Arkansas | What to know
Burn bans have been issued across the area due to dry and windy weather conditions.So far, Sebastian, Crawford and Johnson Counties are under a burn ban."Lawns, fields, and wooded areas are exceptionally dry and the flash point for outdoor fires is unusually low,
Benton County issues burn ban, joining others in Northwest Arkansas and River Valley
The Benton County Fire Marshal's Office has issued a 24-hour countywide burn ban, according to a news release from Melody Kwok, county spokeswoman.
Several counties in Region 8 issue burn bans
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - Dry conditions and windy days forced several counties in Region 8 to issue burn bans. Greene County Sheriff Brad Snyder said in a Facebook post that fire departments worked to battle several fires across the county.
Burn ban issued for Benton County
A 24-hour burn ban has been issued for Benton County by the county fire marshal. No outdoor or open burning will be permitted for the duration of the burn ban. Benton County is one of three counties with burn bans in place, along with Searcy and Phillips counties.
Burn ban issued for residents in Franklin County
BENTON, Ill. (WSIL) -- A burn ban was issued for residents in Franklin County until further notice. The County Emergency Management Agency announced the burn ban in the late afternoon of March 10. If you have any questions, you can call your local fire department for any special exemptions and enforcement.
Arkansas crews prepare for possible fires, burn bans issued
Franklin, Sebastian, Crawford, and Johnson counties have issued a burn ban.
Multiple Central IL fire departments issue burn bans ahead of weekend winds
Fire departments across Central Illinois are issuing burn bans as dry conditions are about to be exacerbated by high winds this weekend. All 21 fire departments located in Iroquois County, along with the county’s board and board chairman,
Experts warn of high fire risk in Arkansas | What to know
High wind speeds, low humidity, and dry conditions are all coming together to create fire-friendly conditions throughout the ...
Union County under burn ban
UNION COUNTRY, Ark. (KNOE) - The Union County Sheriff’s Department announced Union County is under a burn ban until further ...
Red flag warnings and burn bans | What do they mean?
Red flag warnings are issued when there is a dangerous combination of weather conditions coming together over a certain area ...
BURN BAN: Union County under burn ban until further notice
On March 14, 2025, Judge Mike Loftin issued a burn ban for Union County, Ark. According to officials, the burn ban is due to excessive winds and dry ...
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Benton County under 24-hour burn ban
The Benton County Fire Marshal has issued a 24-hour county-wide burn ban. The county says a 24-hour burn ban is issued when weather conditions exist temporarily to ban outdoor burning. Benton County,.
Fire risks high due to multiple conditions
With the recent high winds, the concern about fires spreading is high. “County judge has put us all under a burn ban effective yesterday evening, so I would advise against any burning of any kind for ...
Multiple agencies respond to brush fire in Benton County
BENTON COUNTY, ARKANSAS, Ark. — Multiple fire crews responded to a brush fire in Benton County just before 10 p.m. on March ...
Arkansas City house burns again, fire department lets it burn
The Arkansas City Fire/EMS Department allowed a house to burn to the ground on N. 3rd Street after a second fire in less than ...