Cape Girardeau County no longer under burn ban

Christy Russell,

CAPE GIRARDEAU COUNTY, Mo. (KBSI) – The Cape Girardeau County Commission discontinued the “no burn advisory” for Cape Girardeau County as we are no longer in a wildfire risk according to the weather service.

Safety precautions should always be observed when conducting outdoor burning:

  • Check for local burn bans or restrictions before conducting any open burning.
  • Keep fire a minimum of 75 feet from all buildings.
  • Never use gasoline, kerosene or any other flammable liquid to start the fire.
  • Do not leave a fire unattended.
  • Have fire extinguishment materials on hand, including a water supply, shovels and rakes.
  • Be prepared to extinguish your fire if the winds pick up.
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