Judge-executive orders burn ban in Barren County

BARREN COUNTY, Ky. – Due to excessive dry conditions and fire hazards, judge-executive Michael Hale is ordering a county-wide burn ban in Barren County.

Glasgow-Barren County Emergency Management says local volunteer fire departments also requested the ban, which is effective immediately.

The ban states, “No person shall light or maintain an open fire” anywhere in Barren County. The only exception to the rule is campfires at established campgrounds.

Anyone violating this ban will be subject to possible fines and penalties.

The ban will be in effect until further notice.