Warrick County Declares Open Fire Emergency Amid Dry Weather

The Warrick County Board of Commissioners has declared an Open Fire Emergency as unusually dry weather increases the fire risk across the area.

The declaration is made under the authority of the county’s 2008 Open Burning Ordinance (Ordinance No. 2008-10) and applies to all unincorporated areas of Warrick County, Indiana.

According to information shared by the Warrick County Emergency Management Agency on social media, the emergency order is effective immediately and will remain in place for seven days, operating 24 hours a day until the Board of Commissioners formally revokes it. During this period, open burning is prohibited.

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Dry weather significantly increases the likelihood that even small fires can quickly grow out of control, threatening property, natural resources, and public safety. By enacting this emergency order, county leaders are taking proactive steps to reduce the risk of and protect residents.

The open fire ban covers all outdoor burning in the unincorporated areas of the county. Residents are urged to comply with the order and avoid activities that could spark a fire until conditions improve and the declaration is lifted.

The Warrick County Board of Commissioners emphasized that the decision is about safety and prevention, and they will continue to monitor weather conditions in the coming days. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available regarding whether the ban will be extended or lifted once the initial seven-day period expires.

For now, residents are reminded to exercise caution and prioritize fire safety during this dry spell.