BURN BAN – Kaufman County 2022

KAUFMAN COUNTY BURN BAN IN EFFECT More Information
Effective immediately, Kaufman County is under a burn ban. Outdoor burning is prohibited. A violation of the burn ban is a Class C misdemeanor, punishable by a fine of up to $500.

There are several exceptions to the burn ban, however, we highly recommend that you limit these activities and wait until conditions improve.

Exceptions:

– The sale and use of fireworks.

– Fires used for cooking (grills & smokers).

– Firefighter training.

– Fires related to public health and safety if authorized by TCEQ.

– Fires related to public utility, natural gas pipeline, or mining operations.

– Fires related to planting or harvesting of agricultural crops.

– Burns performed by a prescribed burn manager if it meets the standards set forth by the Natural Resources Code.