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Dry August weather, Edina Fire Department sets fire ban

August 2, 2007 - A lack of rain and our dry climate have made it unsafe to have recreational fires in Edina. Burning restrictions went into effect August 2, 2007 at 8 a.m.

“To control the possibilities of dangerous outdoor fires springing up around the City, we strictly enforce burning restrictions,” said Fire Chief Marty Scheerer. “The purpose of the restrictions is to reduce personal property damage resulting from wildfires caused by debris burning.”

Once burning restrictions are in place, they will continue until vegetation greens up enough to significantly lower the fire danger. Residents will still be able to obtain a recreational fire permit through the use of the City of Edina website, but will be required to call a hotline before starting a fire to ensure that outdoor burning is allowed.

For more information, please call the Edina Fire Prevention Bureau at 952-826-0378.