West Virginia Division of Forestry Urges Caution During Fall Fire Season

W.Va. officials urge caution during fall fire season

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Fall fire season begins Thursday and continues through Dec. 31, the West Virginia Division of Forestry said.

West Virginia Division of Forestry urges caution during fall fire season

The West Virginia Division of Forestry is urging everyone to use caution as Fall Fire Season begins.

WV Division of Forestry Urges Caution During Fall Fire Season Starting Oct. 1 - West Virginia Daily News

CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WVDN) – Fall fire season begins Wednesday, Oct. 1, and continues through Dec. 31, the West Virginia Division of Forestry (WV DOF).  During this time, residents must confine their outdoor burning to the hours of 5 p.m. to 7 a.m., according to the West Virginia State Code Chapter 20-3-5. Fires set during that time must be put out before 7 a.m.  “Fall fire season is a critical time for forest protection in West Virginia,” said Je…