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Governor Bryant Lifts Partial State Level Burn Ban
Effective December 2, 2016, Governor Phil Bryant signed a proclamation to lift the partial state level burn ban that has been in force since October 11, 2016.
Read MoreBurn Bans Remain as Hunting Season Begins
The Mississippi Forestry Commission would like to remind hunters that they should not use a wood-burning campfire, bonfire, fire pit, fire ring, burn barrel - anything with an open flame that produces an ember.
Read MoreBurn Bans Remain in 76 Counties
76 out of 82 counties remain under burn bans. The Governor's partial state level ban and all individual county bans remain in effect through the weekend.
Read MoreWildfire-Related Fatality Reported in Montgomery County
One wildfire-related fatality has been reported in Montgomery County. The Mississippi Forestry Commission would like to express our deepest condolences to those affected by the tragic incident.
Read MoreGovernor Bryant Issues Partial State Level Burn Ban
Governor Phil Bryant has issued a partial state level burn ban, effective immediately for fifty-two counties, and has no exemptions.
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