Bastrop, Tx–Bastrop County commissioners imposed a fresh ban on outdoor burning on Monday at the recommendation of Bastrop County Emergency Management Coordinator Mike Fisher.
Fisher said the recommendation was endorsed by leaders of the county’s fire departments. The current drought, daytime temperatures and related weather conditions suggest the ban is prudent, he indicated.
The ban, in effect for much of the year, was lifted in late April after some modest rainfall dampened much of the county. There has been little rain since, however, and dangerous wildfire conditions have worsened significantly, according to Fisher.
The ban enacted June 22 is good for 45 days unless extended by further action by county commissioners.