Fire danger and burning restrictions

Fire weather watch

The National Weather Service has issued a Fire Weather Watch for parts of west central Minnesota in effect Saturday, Oct. 5.

Counties include Big Stone, Chippewa, Cottonwood, Jackson, Lac Qui Parle, Lincoln, Lyon, Murray, Nobles, Pipestone, Redwood, Rock, Stevens, Swift, Traverse, and Yellow Medicine.

The fire danger and burning restrictions maps are updated daily. Click on either map for up-to-date, county-specific information.

The fire danger and burning restrictions map automatically refreshes every 5 minutes.

Fire Danger

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When using the downloadable fire danger map, note the date stamp on the map.
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The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources produces and updates the statewide fire danger map daily.

The statewide fire danger map is a tool providing a relative measure of burning conditions and wildfire growth potential. The rating takes into account current and preceding weather, fuel types (grasses, brush, timber, and slash), and live and dead fuel moisture.

Burning Restrictions

2024-11-05

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*Elevated Burning Restrictions – No open burning and additional restrictions as needed based on fire danger.

When using the downloadable burning restrictions map, note the date stamp on the map.
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The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources produces and updates the burning restrictions map daily.

The current burning restrictions map shows where you must have a permit to burn debris like small amounts of dry leaves and brush. Burning permits and restrictions may vary by administrative areas that usually follow county boundaries. Visit burning permit information to apply for a burning permit online and frequently asked questions.

 

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Wildfire and Fire prevention news releases

By order of the Commissioner of Natural Resources, Class III enhanced burning restrictions began Friday, Oct. 4 at 12:01 a.m. for non-tribal lands in Cook and Lake counties.

  • Burning permits will not be issued or activated for brush or yard waste.
  • Campfires are allowed only in an established fire ring associated with a home, campground, or resort. No campfires are allowed for dispersed, remote, backpacking, or backcountry camping.
  • No fireworks may be ignited on any public or private land outside city limits (check with your local community for any additional restrictions).

The burning restrictions will remain in effect until terminated by the DNR Commissioner when weather and environmental conditions indicate a reduction in fire danger.


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