Burn ban issued for unincorporated areas of Bastrop County

BASTROP COUNTY, Texas - A burn ban has been issued for the unincorporated areas of Bastrop County.

A county judge is prohibiting outdoor burning due to dry vegetation, wind and imminent threat of severe damage.

A person who knowingly or intentionally violates the burn ban is committing a misdemeanor, punishable by a fine up to $500.

The order will remain in place until a judge rules otherwise.

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