HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — The 'No Burn Order' placed on November 9 has been reduced for several counties across the state after relief from the rain. According to the Alabama Forestry Commission, they are easing fire restrictions across the state starting at 8 a.m. on Wednesday, November 22. All burn restrictions are being lifted in 33 counties in the southern half of the state. In the northern half of the state, in 23 counties the restrictions will drop back to a Fire Alert where one-day burn permits will be issued to certified prescribed burn managers only.
Eleven counties will remain under the 'No Burn Order' issued by Governor Ivey on November 9. These include Blount, Calhoun, Cherokee, Clay, Cleburne, Etowah, Jefferson, Randolph, Shelby, St. Clair, and Talladega. Since the order was placed in effect a total of 86 wildfires have burned approximately 278 acres of land in Alabama. See the attached map below for restrictions in all counties:
Since October 1, AFC wildland firefighters, with the assistance of volunteer fire departments, have battled 760 wildfires consuming more than 7,807 acres across the state. AFC says that current burn restrictions will remain in effect until rescinded by the State Forester, at which time conditions will have changed sufficiently to reduce the occurrence and frequency of wildfires. To report people burning in violation of this law, contact your local law enforcement. For more information on the current wildfire situation in the state, visit Alabama Forestry Commission’s website.