Marion, wary of dry/windy conditions, announces voluntary burn ban
Campfires are allowed "within designated recreational areas only, pursuant to applicable regulations and guidelines," county fire officials said. Deputy Chief Bart Walker of MCFR said “our lack of significant rainfall has increased the wildfire danger within Marion County," and he asks the community "to comply with this voluntary ban.” Ocala Fire Rescue officials said there's no burning within the city limits unless you have a permit. Authorities said no burn permits are being issued by the Florida Forest Service due to the lack of rainfall. Highlands fire Last Friday, a fire torched ...
Source: ocala.com