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Franklin County Emergency Management Agency
Wednesday October 30th, 2024 :: 02:18 p.m. CDT

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Burn Ban Issued for Franklin County

A burn ban order has been issued for Franklin County due to an elevated fire danger. Residents are asked to refrain from burning until further notice.

Please check with your local Fire Department concerning exceptions and enforcement concerns. 

Instructions:

Refrain from burning.

Address/Location
Franklin County Emergency Management Agency
401 E Park St
Benton, IL 62812

Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 618-439-4362

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Alert Details

Severity:
Severe - Significant threat to life or property
Urgency:
Expected - Responsive action SHOULD be taken soon (within next hour)
Certainty:
Observed - Determined to have occurred or to be ongoing
Category:
Fire suppression and rescue
Event:
Wildfire

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