HENRICO COUNTY, Va. — Henrico County issued a temporary burn ban on Wednesday, March 26, due to drought-like conditions and the potential for high winds.
"We’re at a point where vegetation is dry and therefore highly combustible," Assistant Chief and Fire Marshal Scott Sutton said. "And with the forecast calling for high winds and low humidity, even a small spark could turn into a significant event."
Henrico Fire officials expect the ban to be in place through Friday at the earliest.
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"We’re looking for these conditions to improve before we let the ban expire," Sutton said.
The ban prohibits open-air burning of yard waste, agricultural burns, and recreational fires (backyard fire pits, Solo Stoves, burn barrels, etc.)
You can contact the Henrico Fire Marshal’s Office at 804-501-4914.
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