Burn ban issued for McDowell County starting 5:00 p.m. on Sun 11/5/23 due to dangerous fire conditions. 
McDowell County Fire Marshal’s Office Issues Burning Ban
Marion, NC November 5, 2023 - The McDowell County Fire Marshal’s Office has issued a ban on all outdoor burning within 100 feet of a structure. This is in addition to the open burning ban issued by the NC Forest Service which prohibits burning beyond 100 ft. of a structure This ban does not include cooking fires with grills and smokers.
All burning permits are hereby canceled and all fires should be extinguished. Burning outdoors is prohibited until further notice.
This burn ban has been issued to protect life and property as McDowell County continues to experience severe drought conditions. Please report all fires to 911.
Address/Location
McDowell County Emergency Management
129 Barnes Rd
Marion, NC 28752
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 828-652-3241
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