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Arkansas Wildfire Alert Today: Burn Bans Across 20+ Counties
Little Rock, AR – Dry conditions across Arkansas are raising wildfire concerns Monday, Nov. 9, with more than 20 counties under burn bans and most of the state facing moderate wildfire danger. Residen
By Jenna Hartley · 2026-11-09T11:48:58.262Z
Little Rock, AR – Dry conditions across Arkansas are raising wildfire concerns Monday, Nov. 9, with more than 20 counties under burn bans and most of the state facing moderate wildfire danger. Residents planning outdoor burning are being urged to check local restrictions as officials warn that vegetation remains unusually dry.
According to the National Weather Service in Little Rock, updated information from the Arkansas Department of Agriculture's Forestry Division shows widespread moderate wildfire danger, even in counties where burn bans are not currently in effect.
Southern Arkansas Faces Widespread Burn Bans
The latest statewide map, updated at 4:36 a.m. Monday, shows burn bans concentrated across southern and southwestern Arkansas.
Counties under restrictions include Garland, Saline, Pulaski, Jefferson, Clark, Dallas, Union, Columbia, Ashley, Miller, Ouachita and several surrounding counties.
The restrictions affect communities across the southern portion of the state, including areas near Hot Springs, Pine Bluff, El Dorado and Texarkana.
However, many northern and central Arkansas counties currently have no burn bans in place.
Moderate Wildfire Danger Covers Most of Arkansas
The Forestry Division's wildfire danger map shows moderate conditions across much of Arkansas, including Little Rock, Hot Springs, Jonesboro and Fort Smith.
A smaller section of northwestern Arkansas, including Benton, Washington, Madison, Carroll and Boone counties, is classified as having low wildfire danger.
No counties are shown in the high or extreme wildfire danger categories on the latest map.
Officials Urge Caution With Open Flames
Despite the absence of burn bans in many counties, the National Weather Service emphasizes that dry conditions remain a concern statewide.
Residents should avoid unattended outdoor fires, properly extinguish smoking materials and check local regulations before burning debris or brush.
Burn bans can change as conditions evolve, making it important to verify restrictions with local authorities before starting any outdoor fire.
The latest maps and updates are available through the Arkansas Department of Agriculture and the National Weather Service in Little Rock.