Ohio’s statewide daytime burn ban is now in effect and will continue through May 31. The ban prohibits open burning during the months of March, April, May, October, and November between the hours of 6 a.m. And 6 p.m.
Understanding the Burn Ban
The restrictions apply to the burning of yard waste, trash, and debris. Even the use of a burn barrel does not exempt residents from the ban during the specified daytime hours. Officials recommend using a proper burn barrel when burning is permitted during legal hours.
The ban is in place due to elevated fire risk associated with warm, windy weather during the spring and fall months. Whereas burning may be allowed outside of the prohibited hours, specific rules and restrictions apply.
What You Can and Cannot Burn
Certain materials are never permitted to be burned in Ohio. These include food waste, dead animals, and anything containing rubber, grease, asphalt, or petroleum products.
Additional restrictions apply even when burning is otherwise legal. Fires must be more than 1,000 feet from a neighbor’s occupied building and cannot occur during an air pollution alert, warning, or emergency. Smoke cannot obstruct visibility on roads, railways, or airfields. Only waste originating from one’s own property can be burned, and burning is prohibited within village or city limits.
Frequently Asked Questions
What months are covered by the burn ban?
The burn ban covers the months of March, April, May, October, and November.
What time of day is burning prohibited?
Open burning is prohibited between 6 a.m. And 6 p.m.
Can I burn trash with a burn barrel during the ban?
No, the ban covers yard waste, trash, and debris, even if burned in a proper burn barrel.
How will you adjust your outdoor cleanup plans in light of these restrictions?
