04/06/2026
As of April 6, 2026, the state-issued ban on open burning remains in effect for all 100 counties. The ban was enacted Saturday, March 28 due to hazardous forest fire conditions.
The ban prohibits outdoor burning of any kind, anywhere in the state, until further notice.
For answers to frequently asked questions:
Due to increased wildfire risk, the N.C. Forest Service has issued a ban on all open burning and has canceled all burning permits statewide effective 6 p.m…