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.

1. A responsible person must be in attendance at all times.
2. Fire must be completely extinguished before leaving it unattended.
3. Insure that there is adequate distance from structures, trees, fences, power lines etc.
4. Have an adequate means to control and extinguish the fire.
5. Check the weather forecast prior to burning and be alert for changing weather conditions.
6. Be aware of weather conditions that will contribute to poor air quality for you and your neighbors.
7. Call 911 immediately if you are unable to control the fire.

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