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Thursday, March 28, 2024

Marion County Fire Rescue extends voluntary burn ban

The countywide voluntary burn ban in Marion County has been extended, due to the lack of rain and high wildfire danger. The voluntary ban affects all of Marion County.

The voluntary burn ban urges residents to stop all outdoor burning that has not been permitted by the Florida Forest Service, as well as the use of any fireworks, sparklers, flares, or other pyrotechnical devices except for allowed public displays.

Campfires may be allowed within designated recreational areas only.

“We are anticipating precipitation over the next five to six days which should reduce our wildfire danger,” stated Marion County Fire Rescue Deputy Chief Bart Walker. “We are urging our community to comply with this voluntary ban.”

The Board of County Commissioners reported homeowners in the area can reduce the risk of damage from wildfires by clearing the area around their homes.