Ohio Burn Ban in effect through November; How these rules may affect you

WHIO Staff
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Enon-Mad River Township Fire and EMS is reminding everyone of the upcoming Burn Ban that is in effect until the end of November, according to their social media page.

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People who plan to conduct open burning should be aware of the rules that might affect them, ODNR said. Individuals could be held liable for damages caused by a fire they started themselves.

The ban prohibits most open burning in unincorporated areas from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. throughout the months of March, April, May, October and November, ODNR said.

Open burning is any outdoor fire that does not vent to a chimney or stack, Ohio Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) said.

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Even small campfires can emit harmful chemicals, EPA said.

For more information on the ban click here.