Nueces County extends 60-day burn ban due to critical drought conditions and elevated wildfire risks

Nueces County extends 60-day burn ban due to critical drought conditions and elevated wildfire risks

In response to critical drought conditions and an elevated risk of wildfires, Nueces County has extended its 60-day burn ban, effective immediately.The ban applies to all unincorporated areas of the county and will remain in effect through April 28.Local officials warn that a combination of high winds and an accumulation of dry brush has created an elevated fire danger, where even a single spark can lead to a catastrophic fire.Public safety cont…