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Burleigh and Morton
Counties Lift Burn Ban
Burleigh and
Morton Counties are lifting their Burn Bans which have been
in effect since April. The County Commissions and emergency
response officials are appreciative of the overwhelming
support and adherence during the burn ban.
Landowners, equipment operators and
outdoor enthusiasts are requested to take proper precautions
during all open burning situations:
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Citizens should contact their local Sheriff’s
Department before
a controlled burn.
Dispatch will be notified so resources are not
unnecessarily dispatched for reports of a fire on
the property when it is a controlled burn.
After
the burning is completed and
the fire is out, again contact the Sheriff’s
Department to inform them of the completion.
Burleigh County
Sheriff’s Department: 222-6651
Morton County Sheriff’s Department:
667-3330
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Controlled burn needs to be
physically
monitored at all times. Once
the fire has been started, do not walk away until
the fire is completely out.
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Be prepared if the fire
gets out of hand.
Call 911 immediately and have resources available to
mitigate the affects (tractor, digger, shovels).
Gov. John Hoeven proclaimed October
27-31, 2008, as
"Severe Winter Weather Awareness Week"
in North Dakota
Click here for more information on
"Winter Weather Awareness Week" and Safety Tips from
Burleigh
County Emergency Management
A Season for Sharing in Fire Safety
Each year fires occurring
during the holiday season claim the lives of over 400
people, injure 1,650 more, and cause over $990 million in
damage.
According to the United States Fire Administration (USFA),
there are simple life-saving steps you can take to ensure a
safe and happy holiday. By following some of the outlined
precautionary tips, individuals can greatly reduce their
chances of becoming a holiday fire casualty.
Click here for Holiday Safety Tips
from USFA
Bismarck Rural Fire Protection District |
