City of Joplin under burn ban

(From the Joplin Fire Department)

With extreme temperatures in effect again this week and no significant rainfall in the forecast, the City of Joplin is currently under a burn ban.

According to the Joplin Fire Department by order of the Fire Marshal, all open burning – including recreational and cooking fires – have been banned within the city limits of Joplin. 

This ban will remain in effect until weather conditions improve and there is measurable rainfall across the entire region that will allow for dry conditions to improve.

Over the past few days, there have been numerous fires that have occurred that quickly grew out of control due to the dangerous weather conditions. All citizens of Joplin are asked to abide by this ban and refrain from any activity that could result in an uncontrolled fire.

For more information, contact the Joplin Fire Department at 417-623-0403.