A 60-day burn ban took effect across Dallas County on July 27 and is scheduled to run through Sept. 25, 2026.
The restriction establishes a countywide no-burn condition for outdoor burning. The City of Balch Springs says no open burning is permitted because of increased fire danger.
What residents need to know
- Effective date: July 27, 2026
- Scheduled end date: Sept. 25, 2026
- Scope: Dallas County
- Restriction: No open burning
The available county and city information does not establish specific exemptions or enforcement penalties. Residents should verify whether a planned outdoor fire is allowed before burning.
The Dallas County Fire Marshal’s Office can answer outdoor-burning questions at 214-653-7970. The ban also appears in the county’s official and legal notices.
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