MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WAFF) - Many in north Alabama received word today that the state has placed a burn ban on their area through the fall. Alabama is blessed with a wealth and variety of natural resources which provide significant social, economic, and environmental benefits and opportunities for the citizens of Alabama.
The ban, which had no exceptions, was not even in effect for a full week. For more information contact Don Barron, ADEM, 334-271-7879. A few clouds. There was a problem saving your notification. David Zuckerman is going to be seeking to oust incumbent GOP Gov. Generally this occurs when the Keetch-Byram Drought Index (KBDI) is over 600 and there are on average more than 1 wildfire per county per day over a wide area. Since 2000, the longest duration of drought (D1-D4) in Alabama lasted 137 weeks beginning on July 27, 2010 and ending on March 5, 2013. It prohibits residents from burning yard debris, construction materials and other items that can contribute to air pollution through Oct. 31.The order, which is issued annually, is separate from burn bans that the Alabama Forestry Commission imposes sometimes during dry weather to prevent wildfires.Stay informed daily on the latest news and advice on COVID-19 from the editors at U.S. News & World Report.These places are the best in America for educating students at all levels.Gun dealer and Navy veteran Andrew Clyde has won the Republican nomination in northeast Georgia’s 9th Congressional District.Marjorie Taylor Greene, QAnon supporter who made racist videos, wins GOP nomination for northwest Georgia US House seat.Former Republican vice presidential nominee Sarah Palin is congratulating Kamala Harris on the historic nature of being selected as Joe Biden’s running mate — and offering some advice on how best to fill the role.Vermont Lt. Gov.
The State Forester works with the Governor’s Office to issue a formal regulation, which has the effect of law. A Drought Emergency is commonly called a “No Burn Order” and prohibits any outdoor burning, including any prescribed burns, camp fires, trash fires.The regulations allow barbeque fires for cooking IF the fire is in a charcoal grill or masonry barbeque pit, including large barbeque pits used by civic organizations to prepare food. This allows the Alabama Forestry Commission to restrict the issuing of Burning permits.
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Alabama Enacts Ban on Outdoor Burning Over Air QualityThe order, which includes the state's most populated counties, covers areas that have a history of air pollution problems, according to an announcement from the Alabama Department of Environmental Management.The ban includes Baldwin, DeKalb, Etowah, Jefferson, Lawrence, Madison, Mobile, Montgomery, Morgan, Russell, Shelby and Talladega counties.
The environmental programs administered by ADEM under the federal Clean Air Act support the overarching goal of ensuring that all Alabama citizens have clean air to breath.
Anyone grilling or barbequing during the Drought Emergency should have water hoses on site to prevent any loose sparks from setting a wildfire, a circle at least 10 feet wide around the grill should be cleared of any burnable material.
Violating the burn ban can result in a fine, as well as being held responsible for any smoke or fire damage.
Visitation will be August 12 from 6-8 p.m. at Holly Pond Funeral Home.
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On most days, permits are issued to everyone who meets the requirements of the permit law. Alabama Enacts Ban on Outdoor Burning Over Air Quality Alabama is banning outdoor burning in a dozen of its 67 counties to protect air quality.
“It seems to be picking up to the point that we’re having about one fire every day,” she said. Alabama’s forest resources provide the citizens of the state improved water and air quality, diverse habitat for wildlife, and support for a robust and growing forest industry.
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