Current Local Conditions

A burn ban is NOT currently in effect for residents of unincorporated Osceola County. Residents should always exercise caution and follow proper safety steps when conducting outdoor burning or cooking of any kind, or discharging fireworks.

Please note that open outdoor burning is subject to Florida law, state agency regulations, and authorization requirements; more information can be found below in the Open Burning Regulations section.

Current Wildfire Information

Click the button above to find County-enacted burn bans, active wildfires, the current fire danger index, and more.

Open Burning Regulations

Florida law restricts open outdoor burning to recreational (e.g. bonfires), residential yard waste, residential tree cutting debris, and residential land clearing debris burns that meet specific requirements. Click HERE to learn more about what kinds of open burning are permitted, and the requirements for open burning in each category.

The Florida Forest Service regulates the vast majority of open burning in Florida. In addition to the requirements laid out in Florida law, some types of open burning require a Burn Authorization from FFS. Click HERE for information on open burning requirements from the Florida Forest Service and how to apply for a Burn Authorization.