Smyrna Bans Outdoor Burning

The town of Smyrna Fire Department is prohibiting outdoor open burning until further notice within the corporate limits of the town. Outdoor open burning includes residential open burning for the purpose of disposing vegetation such as yard debris. No burning permits will be issued until after the ban is lifted. Recreational fires for burn pits, camp fires or other similar purposes don’t require a permit and will be allowed. “The extreme dry conditions make the town more at risk to intense and fast-spreading fires” stated Fire Chief Bill Culbertson. “Even with the occasional rain, outdoor burning could become difficult to control. The public is strongly encouraged to honor this ban.” For questions concerning outdoor open burning please contact the Bureau of Fire Prevention at 459-9742 Ext. 7520.