Wind, dry conditions lead to burn ban being set in Blaine County

Special to the Havre Daily News

Due to dry and windy conditions in the area, Blaine County Commissioners and Fort Belknap Fire Management are implementing a “burn ban” effective immediately.

All burning associated with debris disposal or agricultural clearing is prohibited until further notice. The burn ban applies to all outdoor burning except recreational cooking fires.

No burn permits will be issued until conditions improve.

The public is reminded that even the smallest spark has the potential to cause significant damage.

People can contact Blaine County Sheriff’s Office at 357-3260 or Fort Belknap Fire Management at 353-4874 for more information.

Because burn bans and restrictions can vary across the region, it is important for people to find out what restrictions are in place befor burning. For up-to-date fire restrictions information, people can visit http://firerestrictions.us/mt.