Brush Burn Ban for 2025

The DEC announced the annual state wide prohibiting bush burning begins March 16^th and runs through May 14^th.  This is to prevent wildfires and protect communities during heightened conditions for wildfires.

Small backyard fire pits ad campfires less than three feet in height and four feet in length, width, or diameter are allowed, as are small cooking fires.

People should never leave these fires unattended and must extinguish them, the DEC said. Burning garbage or leaves is prohibited year-round in New York State.