Oak Creek Issues Temporary Burn Ban

Following during the Fourth of July fireworks, the city of Oak Creek has issued a temporary burn ban.

The ban prohibits residents from starting any type of outdoor fire with the exception of grills, though grills are not allowed on balconies. It is in place until further notice.

"This ban includes fires in all outdoor fireplaces, pits, camp fires, bon fires, and any other burning of yard waste or debris anywhere," according to a news release issued Thursday afternoon.

City officials are again urging residents not to use personal fireworks, which are already illegal and especially dangerous given the dry weather conditions.

The Oak Creek Police Department will strictly enforce the restrictions, officials said.

"Violators of this ban and adults who permit the use of any kind of fireworks, including caps and sparklers, or burning that is done by minors, will receive citations," according to the news release.