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Dunklin reminds open-burners to comply with guidelines.

(Post Date 09-25-2007)

The Fire Marshal’s Office and the Department of Natural Resources would like to remind all citizens who wish to conduct open burning comply with ALL guidelines for burning. Open burning started on September 15th for citizens who reside outside the City Limits.

There are a few simple guidelines which the Department of Natural Resources has established. Following these guidelines will greatly reduce the risk of a fire escalating to out of control. Additionally, when a citizen complies with the guidelines the Fire District is less likely to receive a call from someone who is concerned about the fire. Anytime the District receives a call from a citizen, we must respond and investigate.

It is not our intention to upset citizens by making them extinguish their burn. It is our intention to ensure the safety of property and lives. If a citizen is not complying with the guidelines it is our duty, obligation, and liability to ensure the fire is brought back into regulations.

We would like to thank our citizens for their support on this issue. With your cooperation, we realize that you are doing your part in protecting your own community.

The guidelines may be viewed on our website by clicking on the Burning Regulations section, or stopping by Headquarters at 1987 State Road Z. The District’s Fire Marshal Brad Williams may be reached by e-mail at BradWilliams@dunklinfire.com or 636-475-7401.

Story by Captain Dustin Blake
D.F.P.D. Public Information Officer