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Williamson County Lifts Burn Ban
As if taking their cue from County Judge Dan A. Gattis, heavens opened up and dumped much rain the very day he officially lifted burn ban.
WILLIAMSON COUNTY, TX — Officials lifted the burn ban for unincorporated areas of the county this week while urging caution be taken with outdoor burning activity.
County Judge Dan A. Gattis lifted the burn ban on Monday. The very day of the ban being lifted, rain fell across the region as if on cue and didn't stop until about 12 hours later as a storm system descended over the area.
By the time the storms subsided, some Central Texas areas got more than two inches of much-needed rain. But Williamson County officials still urge those lighting fires for barbecues and whatnot to exercise caution. They offered tips.
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Prior to conducting control burns, please take the following steps:
- Contact your local fire department as some fire departments may require a burn permit.
- Contact Williamson County Communications to report your control burn to Williamson County Communications at (512) 864-8282. Williamson County Communications can inform residents of any burning restrictions in effect.
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