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County-Wide Burn Ban Extension

Tom Green County

Summary

The county lifted its burn ban following recent rain, though officials warned residents to stay cautious as dry weather could return.

At a glance

Total mentions
8
Last 30 days
2

Discussed at 2 meetings in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 27, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

You could be looking at major car repair bills or property damage if you don't take these warnings seriously.

✅Who benefits

County residents and landowners who need to burn debris.

⚠️Who could be affected

Properties at risk if unmonitored fires escape.

Mentions & discussions (10)

MeetingOct 27, 2026discussed

Commissioners' Court - Oct 27, 2026

The burn ban remains in effect; the court held off on any change hoping forecast rain this week finally eases fire danger.

MeetingOct 6, 2026

Commissioners' Court - Oct 6, 2026

The court evaluated whether to lift or keep the burn ban after recent rains. While some areas received moisture, dry grass and lingering drought conditions in the northern part of the county led commissioners to keep the ban active.

MeetingAug 4, 2026approved

Commissioners' Court - Aug 4, 2026

Dry weather and recent grass fires prompted the court to put an immediate burn ban in place to protect local property and reduce fire risks.

MeetingJul 21, 2026

Commissioners' Court - Jul 21, 2026

Recent rainfall has improved drought conditions, allowing the county to lift the burn ban. Residents can resume outdoor burning while exercising caution.

MeetingApr 7, 2026

Commissioners' Court - Apr 7, 2026

The county lifted its burn ban following recent rain, though officials warned residents to stay cautious as dry weather could return.

MeetingMar 17, 2026

Commissioners' Court - Mar 17, 2026

With dry weather, high winds, and low humidity creating intense fire season risks, the county reinstated its burn ban to protect local firefighters and residents.

MeetingJan 27, 2026approved

Commissioners' Court - Jan 27, 2026

The Commissioners' Court voted to lift the countywide burn ban immediately following recent winter storms, allowing residents to resume outdoor burning.

MeetingJan 6, 2026approved

Commissioners' Court - Jan 6, 2026

A burn ban was enacted to mitigate wildfire risks during dry winter conditions.

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