Clarification concerning ag burning during a declared burn ban

COLORADO COUNTY – Charles Rogers, Colorado County Office of Emergency Management, clarifies a recent order on the burn ban for the county of Colorado. Rogers says, “To All Colorado County Agricultural Operations: Please allow this communication to correct any confusion or misinformation concerning requirements prior to initiating Ag or “Crop” burning activities while a Burn Ban Order is in effect.

TCEQ specifies the details and requirements for all outdoor burning that is allowed as an “Exception” during a Burn Ban.

While Ag burns are not prohibited during a Burn Ban, there are requirements, such as notifying local law enforcement (911) and county officials (Colorado Emergency Management Coordinator, Chuck Rogers).