New York Enforces Burn Ban Due to High Fire Danger

New York enforces burn ban due to high fire danger

A burn ban has been enacted across New York as drought conditions persist, prohibiting all outdoor burning activities for two weeks.

Burn ban declared throughout New York state

A temporary New York state-wide burn ban was declared Thursday due to elevated fire risk from ongoing dry conditions.

New York State implements temporary burn ban

ALBANY, NY (WUTR/WFXV/WPNY) -- New York State is now under a temporary burn ban, according to an announcement from Governor Kathy Hochul on Thursday. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The governor announced the ban -- beginning on Thursday, October 2 -- is the result of increased fire risk and continued dry conditions. According to the Department of Environmental Conservation website, the…

Statewide burn ban in effect amid rising fire risk

NEW YORK (PIX11) -- A statewide burn ban took effect on Thursday due to an increased risk of fires due to continued dry conditions. Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the ban will be in effect until Oct. 15 and will be re-evaluated. More Local News “Many regions are already in a drought watch or warning due to the dry conditions, and with the fire risk rising in some parts of the state, it is important to keep everyone safe by implementing this t…

Statewide burn ban in New York begins as fire risk rises

Gov. Kathy Hochul says dry weather and gusty winds are increasing wildfire danger across the state.

New York State Implements 14-Day Burn Ban Due to Fire Risk

A statewide burn ban is now in effect across New York due to increased fire risk and dry conditions.