Debris Burning

The following are burning permit requirements:

For burning debris in small 4-feet x 4-feet piles:

Maximum pile size is 4 foot in diameter

Clear all flammable material and vegetation within 10-feet of the outer edge of the pile

Keep a water supply close to the burning site

An adult should be in attendance with a shovel until the fire is out

No burning shall be undertaken unless weather conditions (particularly wind) are such that burning can be considered safe

No household trash or garbage can be burned outdoors at residences.  Dry, natural vegetation, grown on the property can still be burned outdoors in open piles, unless prohibited by local ordinances.  Burning can only be done on permissive burn days.  Burn permits are only valid on "Permissive Burn Days" as determined by the State Air Resources Board or the Local Air Pollution Control District (NCUAQMD).

Conditions:

Burning is permitted only when a valid AQMD burn permit is in the possession of the responsible party at the burn site and only on permissive burn days

A valid AQMD burn permit must be shown to a public office or fire official upon request

All burning must comply with Federal, State, County and local fire protection agency burn requirments

Do not start burning until you have a valid permit in your possession

Permits expire on December 31st of the year they are issued.

Smoke Alarms Save Lives

    Most fatal fires occur at night.  Every home needs working smoke alarms to provide an early warning.

    Installing smoke alarms in all sleeping rooms, hallways that lead to sleeping areas, basements, and each additional level of your home.  Call your local fire department if your are unsure about placement.

Smoke alarms should be mounted on the ceiling 4" from the wall, wall mounts should be 4-12" from the ceiling.  Do not install near draft areas such as, windows and vents.

Keep your smoke alarm working.  Change the batteries every six months and vacuum at least once a year.  Dust and cobwebs can impair sensitivity.

When your smoke alarm beeps, it is time to change the batteries in your smoke alarm. 

(Check manufacturer's instructions)

Test your smoke alarm!  Most alarms have test buttons.

(Check manufacturer's instructions)

Prepare and practice an escape plan!  Crawl low under smoke.  Plan where to meet outside. 

Once You're Out, Stay Out!!