| From the Maryland Department of the Environment through the Maryland State Fire Marshal:
The open-burning ban is in effect for Harford County from June 1st through September 1st. The ban does not affect open fires for recreational purposes such as campfires or backyard barbeque grilling.
Burning regulations are enforced by the Maryland Department of Natural Resources and can carry a fine of up to $1000.00 and/or 1 year in prison. More information can be obtained from the Maryland Department of the Environment Office of Air Quality at (410) 537-3231 or at the following web link:
http://www.mde.maryland.gov/researchcenter/publications/general/emde/vol2no3/ban.asp
Please help us prevent unnecessary fires by not burning leaves or trash or throwing cigarette butts out of your car windows. |
