Dry Conditions Persist, Caution Urged For Outdoor Burning
Putnam County Fire Officials calling for residents to be very careful when burning outdoors as dry conditions and high winds increase the risk of brush fires. Fire Chief Jeff Hicks said the current lack of spring rainfall has created a dangerous environment where fires must be taken more seriously than usual. Even with humidity increasing […]
Cookeville Officials Lift Outdoor Burn Ban For Residents
Cookeville officials lifted the local outdoor burn ban following recent rainfall and the expectation of more precipitation throughout the week. Cookeville Fire Officials said burn permits will be issued as weather conditions allow. Officials said the previous ban on open burning was intended to help reduce the risk of wildfires. Officials said the rain of […]
Heightened Fire Risks Prompt Cookeville Burn Permit Ban
The Cookeville Fire Department has suspended the issuance of all burn permits due to a prolonged lack of rainfall and an increase in local fire activity. Cookeville Fire Department Chief Benton Young said the decision follows several weeks without significant precipitation. The department monitors local vegetation and weather patterns to determine when the risk of […]
Dry Conditions, Burn Restrictions Expected This Week
Dry weather in the Upper Cumberland likely leading to burn restrictions throughout this week.
