Fire officials warn of wildfire risk as burn ban takes effect in Kentucky

Spring Burning Restrictions in Effect Across Ohio - WHIZ - Fox 5 / Marquee Broadcasting

ZANESVILLE, OH – As we head into spring, fire officials are reminding residents to be careful when it comes to outdoor burning. Ohio’s outdoor burning regulations are now in effect through May 31st. State law prohibits most outdoor burning in unincorporated areas between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. during the months of March, April, and May. “From 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. you can burn. But you have to supervise that burn and make sure you have a water source. You…

Fire officials warn of wildfire risk as burn ban takes effect in Kentucky

CENTRAL KENTUCKY. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Wildfire season has begun across Central Kentucky, and several small forest fires have already been reported in different parts of the region. Firefighters and fire experts are reminding residents to take extra precautions as conditions become more favorable for fires. Officials say strong winds, dry grass, and changing humidity levels can quickly create dangerous fire conditions. A statewide burn ban is curr…