Rensselaer, IN – Residents of Jasper County are under a temporary burn ban this week after officials declared a local State of Emergency due to increased fire risks.
According to the Jasper County Sheriff’s Office, the Board of Commissioners approved the measure following a request from local fire chiefs. The order prohibits all open burning across the county for a period of seven days.
The burn ban is effective immediately and is aimed at reducing the risk of wildfires during dry conditions. Open flames, such as brush burning, leaf piles, and other outdoor fire activity, are restricted until the order is lifted.
Officials emphasized that the temporary restriction is designed to protect both public safety and local fire crews who have been responding to elevated fire concerns in recent days.
Residents are encouraged to use caution with any heat sources outdoors, including grills and machinery that may spark fires. Updates on the ban’s status will be provided by the county if conditions improve or if an extension is required.
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