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Officials Announce Statewide Burn Ban for North Carolina, Fines for Violations
The ban cancels all burning permits statewide due to drought and wildfire risk, affecting all 100 counties with local exceptions near dwellings, officials said.
- The North Carolina Forest Service issued a statewide open burning ban effective at 6 p.m. Saturday, March 28, canceling all existing burning permits across all 100 counties until further notice.
- Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler cited "drought severity" and dry vegetation as critical factors, noting that vegetative fuels are drying rapidly and increasing the risk of new wildfire starts across the state.
- While open burning of leaves and branches is prohibited, residents may still use portable gas stoves or grills if local ordinances permit; the statewide ban does not cover fires within 100 feet of an occupied dwelling.
- Violators face a $100 fine plus $183 in court costs and may be held liable for firefighting expenses; officials urge residents to call 911 to report any wildfires immediately.
- The North Carolina Forest Service will continue monitoring conditions and lift the ban when safe; residents should check with local fire marshals, as some counties may implement stricter regulations.
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Forest Service said that under North Carolina law, the ban prohibits all open burning the affected counties, regardless of whether a permit was previously issued.
·South Carolina, United States
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