Burn Ban Reinstated in Osceola County

Osceola County, Florida - Due to current dry weather conditions and the lack of significant rainfall predicted in the foreseeable future, Osceola County Fire Chief Rich Collins has issued a burn ban for unincorporated Osceola County. Osceola County Burn Ban Ordinance #09-12 authorizes Fire Chief Collins to impose the burn ban whenever the Keetch-Byran Drought Index (KBDI) reaches 500 or above. The dry conditions we are experiencing have raised the KBDI above the 500 mark.

"Without any appreciable rain in the past few weeks or any expected in the near future, we have reached drought conditions that may lead to wildland fires in or near the urban interface," explained Chief Collins.

Citizens living in areas susceptible to wildland fires are urged to visit our community safety website at mysafety.osceola.org to learn what steps they can take to protect their homes and property.

"We strongly rely on our community to help us prevent dangerous wildland fires from starting. Their efforts will help protect the lives and property of all citizens and visitors in Osceola County," added Chief Collins.

For more information, visit mysafety.osceola.org or call Niki Whisler at (321) 624-2841 or Deputy Chief Daniel McAvoy at (407) 624-0289.