Mission Statement
To serve the communities within the Carbondale & Rural Fire Protection District and help create a safer environment through the provision of quality emergency services, public education, and prevention programs with a volunteer force supported by a paid staff.
Before you Burn
The Carbondale & Rural Fire Protection District requests that you download the Open Burning Permit Application and mail, fax, or drop a copy to our business office prior to burning.
The following are guidelines for burning that we request that you follow.
- A responsible person must be in attendance at all times.
- Fire must be completely extinguished before leaving it unattended.
- Insure that there is adequate distance from structures, trees, fences, power lines etc.
- Have an adequate means to control and extinguish the fire.
- Check the weather forecast prior to burning and be alert for changing weather conditions.
- Be aware of weather conditions that will contribute to poor air quality for you and your neighbors.
- Call 911 immediately if you are unable to control the fire.