Harris County, Texas – Tuesday, August 8, 2023, Due to excessive heat and drought conditions, Commissioners Court has approved a burn ban, effective immediately, at the recommendation of the Harris County Fire Marshal, for all unincorporated portions of the County. The burn ban prohibits outdoor burning except in an enclosure that contains all sparks and/ or flames to prevent controlled fires from expanding. Outdoor burning activities authorized by TCEQ; approved ceremonial fires; non-commercial cooking such […]
