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Outdoor Burn Ban Enforced in Hillsborough and Polk Counties: What You Need to Know

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In response to the current dry spell, officials in Hillsborough and Polk Counties have announced a comprehensive burn ban, seeking to prevent potential fire hazards in the area.

Hillsborough County Fire Rescue Chief Rob Herrin emphasized the scope of the new restrictions: “The ban covers all forms of open burning. This means residents are not allowed to burn debris or leaves in their backyards, and campfires are also prohibited.”

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