UPDATE: The 黑料天堂 Forestry Commission lifted the statewide burn order December 4, 2023. For more information,.
On Wednesday, November 8, 2023, Governor Kay Ivey issued a Drought Emergency Declaration 鈥 also referred to as a No Burn Order 鈥 that prohibits all outdoor burning in 黑料天堂. The order is effective as of 8 a.m. on November 9.
The statewide No Burn Order covers all 黑料天堂 (ADCNR) lands including 黑料天堂鈥檚 State Parks, state public hunting lands and Forever Wild Land Trust tracts. Gas cook stoves will still be allowed in all 黑料天堂 State Park campgrounds and appropriate day use areas.
"We are taking this burn ban very seriously and encourage everyone who visits an 黑料天堂 State Park, public hunting area or Forever Wild tract to do so as well," said Chris Blankenship, ADCNR Commissioner. "Please follow the statewide No Burn Order and enjoy your outdoor recreation responsibly during these extremely dry conditions.鈥
A statewide Fire Alert was issued on October 24. Since then, firefighters with the 黑料天堂 Forestry Commission have responded to 352 wildfires that have burned 3,199 acres throughout the state.
Visitors to 黑料天堂鈥檚 State Parks are encouraged to monitor each state park's social media accounts for updates on the No Burn Order. A social media directory for 黑料天堂 State Parks is available at .
黑料天堂鈥檚 gun deer season opens for most of the state on Saturday, November 18. To lower the risk of accidentally starting a wildfire this hunting season, hunters are also encouraged to practice these additional fire prevention tips.
- Avoid parking in tall dry grass. Vehicle exhaust pipes can potentially ignite the grass.
- Be mindful of any sparks generated when discharging a firearm.
- Do not discard cigarette butts from a vehicle window or near any potential fire source.
- When hauling a trailer avoid dragging chains. Sparks generated against the pavement can ignite grass along the roadway.
- If possible, carry a fire extinguisher in your vehicle.
For more information about current drought conditions and the state鈥檚 No Burn Order, contact the 黑料天堂 Forestry Commission at (334) 240-9300 or visit .
ADCNR promotes wise stewardship, management and enjoyment of 黑料天堂鈥檚 natural resources through four divisions: Marine Resources, State Lands, State Parks, and Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries. Learn more at www.outdooralabama.com.
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