Fall Burning

11/1/2024 (Permalink)

list of tips for burning

Here are some tips for burning outdoors in the fall: 

• Check local laws: Before burning, make sure you're aware of the rules in your area. Some jurisdictions may ban burning. 
• Get a permit: Check for a burn permit to see if conditions are safe for burning. 
• Choose a safe location: Build your fire in an open, level area that's at least 25 feet away from structures or anything that can burn. 
• Keep it small: Build small, manageable burn piles. 
• Use dry wood: Well-dried wood burns more cleanly and releases less smoke. You can use a moisture meter to check the moisture content of your fuel. 
• Keep a water source nearby: Have a hose, bucket of water, or shovel and dirt or sand on hand to extinguish the fire. 
• Stay with the fire: Never leave a fire unattended. Stay with your fire until it's completely out. 
• Don't burn trash: Burning trash, plastic, and hazardous materials can cause health issues. 
• Don't burn on windy days: Hot embers can be blown into dry grasses or leaves by the wind. 
• Create firebreaks: Establish wide firebreaks around burn piles to contain embers. 
• Check your insurance: Check with your insurance agent to make sure you have the proper coverage. 

Be Smart – it has been very dry this fall.  The ground and any trees in the area are going to be excessively dry.