IMPORTANT: Burn Bans In East Texas And Wildfires Across Texas
If you plan on doing any outdoor burning, be alert and monitor the flames.
Burn Ban
Louisiana’s Statewide Burn Ban Has Officially Been Lifted
The burn ban was initially issued on August 7th and then modified as recently as September 29th.
Is It Legal to Use a Lit Candle in a Louisiana Jack-O-Lantern?
What is the law in Louisiana regarding illuminating Jack-O-Lanterns with a candle's flame? You'll want to know before you put the pumpkin out for Halloween.
There's a Dangerous Downside to Louisiana's Weekend Cold Front
This weekend's cold front in Louisiana has some state and local officials concerned. Here's why the cooler weather could lead to a very heated weekend.
Burn Ban Issued for Entire State of Louisiana
Effective as of 6:00 a.m., Friday, October 16, the entire state of Louisiana is under a burn ban due to the extremely dry conditions within the state.
Calcasieu Burn Ban Extended for Another 30 Days
Local firebugs are going to have to “chill out” thanks to dry and hot conditions. Even with Thursday and Friday’s rains, Calcasieu Parish has decided to renew its burn ban for the next month.
Outdoor Burn Ban In Effect For Calcasieu Parish
The Calcasieu Parish Office of Emergency Preparedness and Homeland Security has issued an outdoor burn ban.The Following is a Press Release from the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury: