Hays County Judge Lifts Burn Ban 8/15/2016

Hays County Judge Bert Cobb, M.D., has lifted the burn ban on outdoor burning in the unincorporated areas of Hays County.

Persons planning to burn outdoors should be aware of wind conditions and delay burning if winds are expected to be gusty or high. Fires should always be attended by an adult and a water source should be available nearby.

Property owners planning to burn should notify the Hays County Emergency Communications Office at 512-393-7896, their local fire department, and as a courtesy their neighbors. More information about outdoor burning is available at www.co.hays.tx.us, choose Fire Marshal under the Law Enforcement dropdown.