Press Release – September 18, 2024

Outdoor burning in Ravalli County reopens today, Wednesday, September 18

Outdoor debris burning in Ravalli County has reopened today, Wednesday, September 18, effective immediately.  The County Commissioners met earlier this morning to discuss outdoor burning and approved the move by resolution.  The open burn ban had been in place since July 13.

From September 18 through November 30, fall outdoor burning will be open in Ravalli County on a day to day basis based upon current air quality restrictions and fire danger conditions.  Please take note of the website link to view current burning status, and obtain and activate your burn permit at no cost to you at https://app.egovmt.com/burnpermit/.  We ask that you do not call the 9-1-1 Center or Sheriff’s Office to inquire if outdoor burning is open, due to the high volume of calls for service that the Center handles.

Remember to check weather conditions prior to conducting any open burns, and be sure you have enough water, tools or equipment, and people to keep your fire under control.  All outdoor fires must be attended until completely out.  Burn permits are not required for warming or cooking fires less than four feet in diameter.

Information on outdoor burning and the Burn Permit System is available online at https://ravalli.us/501/Burning-Permits.