That crackling backyard fire might seem perfect for disposing of random household items. The flames look hungry enough to consume anything, making it tempting to toss in materials that appear harmless ...

MISSOURI (KFVS) - The Missouri Department of Conservation is reminding people that outdoor burning could cause a wildfire due to ongoing drought conditions. According to the MDC, one of the main ...

MARION COUNTY, Miss. (WDAM) - Some firefighters in the area have been busy battling some fires lately and they’re urging folks to be cautious when burning anything outdoors. The firefighters with Pine ...

MADISON, Wis. (WIFR) - UW Health shares tips on avoiding burn injuries ahead of Memorial Day weekend and the start of summer. Dr. Patrick Shahan, a trauma and acute care surgeon at UW Health, says ...

A burn ban prohibits all outdoor burning, including beach bonfires and campfires, due to high wind, low humidity and lack of rain. Prescribed burns, authorized by a certified manager, are allowed ...

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — An outdoor burn ban will go into effect in Multnomah County on Monday ahead of the scorching temperatures forecasted this coming week. The ban will prohibit recreational ...

JASPER, Texas — A burn ban has been issued for Jasper County, according to County Judge Mark Allen. Judge Allen declared and renewed the declaration of disaster and order restricting outdoor burning ...