Before igniting that fire pit, firefighters are reminding Ohioans there are laws and regulations they need to follow.

Washington County officials announced on March 21, 2025, they are extending the burn ban through the weekend and will ...

State officials also said any person responsible for setting a fire may be liable for any expenses related to extinguishing ...

Fires in pits, barbecue grills ... high-risk conditions A reminder: Open burning is never permitted within municipal or town limits where brush/yard waste removal service is offered.

Open burning of debris is the single-largest ... firefighters safe and ready to respond to emergencies." Backyard fire pits and campfires are allowed as small cooking fires during the two-month ...