Glastonbury Reminding Residents Open Fires Are Prohibited In Town Parks, Preserves

GLASTONBURY, CT — Glastonbury is reminding residents and visitors that open fires are not permitted in any Town of Glastonbury parks or nature preserves, according to a fire safety notice posted Wednesday.

The reminder, dated April 16, says even a small flame can spread quickly and become dangerous, particularly during dry conditions. The town said the rule applies across town parks and preserves and asked people using those spaces to follow posted regulations.

“Open fires are not permitted in any Town of Glastonbury parks or nature preserves,” the notice states. “Even a small flame can spread quickly and become dangerous, particularly during dry conditions.”

The town framed the warning as part of a broader effort to protect public land and reduce wildfire risk. According to the notice, residents and visitors can help protect natural spaces by following all posted rules and using designated areas responsibly.

“Preventing wildfires and protecting public lands is a shared responsibility,” the notice states. The town also asked park users to “Do not start unauthorized fires under any circumstances.”

The notice lists several steps for the public. Visitors are asked to follow all posted rules and regulations in parks and preserves, avoid starting unauthorized fires, report unsafe or suspicious activity by calling 911, and share the reminder with others.

The town said those actions can help preserve local natural areas. “Together, we can help preserve the safety and beauty of our parks and natural areas,” the notice states.

For people looking for more information, the town said additional fire safety guidance is available through a QR code included with the accompanying image in the original post. The reminder applies to both residents and visitors using Glastonbury's parks and nature preserves.