Spring Wildfire Season Begins in Kentucky

Forest fire hazard season takes effect in the state of Kentucky - WNKY News 40 Television

BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- Feb.15 marked the start of forest fire hazard season in the state of Kentucky and with that comes many rules and regulations. As the winter months go on and conditions begin to get drier, the risk for forest and brush fires begins to increase throughout the area. It is imperative that burn guidelines are followed and you get the proper permits to do so. During the season, a burn ban will be in effect during the day and once n…

Spring wildfire season begins in Kentucky

HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) -- As the first day of spring wildfire hazard season winds down, fire officials remind residents about outdoor burning restrictions. Kentucky Spring Wildfire Hazard Season is from February 15 to April 30. During this time outdoor burning can only be done between 6 p.m. and 6 a.m. Burning is prohibited within 150 [...]

Kentucky spring wildfire hazard season marks beginning of burn restrictions

Today, Feb. 15, marks the beginning of Kentucky's spring fire hazard season, meaning burn restrictions are now in effect from Feb. 15 to April 30.

Kentucky’s forest fire hazard Season begins

STAFF REPORT Glasgow News 1 Kentucky’s forest fire hazard season has officially begun, lasting from Feb.15 until April 30. During this time, it is illegal to start a fire within 150 feet of woodland or brushland except between the hours of 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. or if the ground is snow-covered. The Kentucky Energy and Environment Cabinet is tasked with spreading awareness about these restrictions, aimed at preventing wildfire hazards during this cri…