Georgetown County implements outdooring burning ban

Based on National Weather Service forecast information, Georgetown County has implemented an outdoor burning ban for unincorporated areas. The ban went into effect on Sunday, Jan. 11 at 8:00 am, as a result of elevated fire weather conditions and the increased threat of wildfires.

The ban does not include vegetative debris burning related to forestry, wildlife and agricultural burns authorized by the S.C. Forestry Commission, or any burning in connection with the preparation of food for immediate consumption, or fires used in ceremonial occasions or for human warmth (such as small campfires, outdoor fireplaces, heaters, grills, stoves, fire pits, chimneys, woodstoves, etc.), as long as such burnings are properly contained, continuously monitored, performed in a safe manner and provided no nuisance conditions are created.

Residents with questions should contact their local fire department:

Georgetown County Fire Department – 843-545-3271

Midway Fire and Rescue – 843-545-3620

The ban will remain in place until further notice.