Montgomery County, TX – A countywide burn ban is now in effect in Montgomery County as worsening drought conditions heighten the risk of wildfires, officials announced Monday.
According to the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office, the burn ban took effect October 14, 2025, prohibiting all outdoor burning until further notice. Local fire officials say the decision follows weeks of minimal rainfall and rising temperatures that have left vegetation dangerously dry.
The order applies to all unincorporated areas of the county and restricts residents from burning trash, brush, or conducting any open flames outside. Violators may face fines or other penalties.
Officials are urging residents to exercise extreme caution with outdoor equipment, grills, and vehicles that could spark fires. “The risk for wildfires is very high right now,” a county spokesperson said. “Please help us protect our community and first responders by adhering to the ban.”
Residents can monitor updates and drought conditions through the Texas A&M Forest Service or the county’s emergency management office. The ban will remain in place until conditions improve.
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