Burn Ban Lifted In Wallingford: Fire Department

From the Wallingford Fire Department

WALLINGFORD, CT — Effective immediately, the Town of Wallingford Emergency Burn Ban has now been lifted. This decision comes as the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) announced that the statewide burn ban has been lifted for State Parks, Forests, and Wildlife Management Areas.

Due to recent precipitation and a reduced fire danger risk reported by CT DEEP, open burning in accordance with the Town of Wallingford Open Burning Ordinance, Chapter 93, is permitted. Approved Open Burn Permits issued through the Fire Prevention Division are valid at this time.

Additional Fire Safety Guidance:

• Outdoor grills and fire pits along with other open flame sources should be used cautiously.
• Extreme caution should be used when disposing of smoking materials and ashes.
• Lawn equipment, chainsaws, or other machinery that generate sparks should be avoided near dry vegetation.
• In order to prevent the spread of wildfires, call 911 if you see smoke or fire.
• Forest Fire Weather information may be viewed at this link.

The Wallingford Fire Department greatly appreciates the cooperation of our residents during this unprecedented fire season within our town and the State of Connecticut.