Sherman, IL – The Sherman Fire Protection District has issued a burn ban effective Tuesday across its service area, citing dangerously dry conditions that could cause outdoor fires to spread quickly.
According to a statement from the district, the ban went into effect September 9 and will remain in place until further notice. Officials said the order is in response to ongoing drought-like conditions in Sangamon County that have increased the risk of wildfires.
The ban prohibits all forms of open burning, including yard waste, bonfires, and fireworks. However, propane and gas grills are permitted for cooking if used on non-combustible surfaces. Fire officials urged residents to take extra precautions, such as keeping fire extinguishers or water hoses nearby and never leaving heat sources unattended.
“The dry conditions make any fire a potential danger,” Fire Chief Todd Masterhan said in the release. “We are asking residents to comply with the ban to reduce the risk of uncontrolled fires.”
Sherman Fire Protection District also clarified that the restrictions will remain in place until weather conditions improve. Residents will be notified once the ban is lifted.
For questions, residents are encouraged to contact the district’s non-emergency line at 217-496-2213.
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