New Mexico County Bans Open Burning
Bernalillo County commissioners have banned open burning and campfires in the unincorporated areas of the county.
The commission’s vote Tuesday also restricts smoking to enclosed buildings, within vehicles with ashtrays and in developed recreation areas.
County Fire Chief John Garcia says residents and visitors to Bernalillo County should be aware of the fire danger this year.
He’s asking people to report fires or suspicious activities in wildland areas to 9-1-1 before they become large fires.
The ban is in effect for 180 days.
Copyright 2024 Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.
Popular Today
- Survey: Majority of P/C Insurance Decision makers Say Industry Will Be Powered by AI in Future
- US High Court Declines Appeal, Upholds Coverage Ruling on Treated Wood
- Verisk: A Shift to More EVs on The Road Could Have Far-Reaching Impacts
- Allstate Thinking Outside the Cubicle With Flexible Workspaces
Popular This Month