Burn ban lifted in Simpson County; officials urge caution during fall season

FRANKLIN, Ky. – Following recent weather, the outdoor burn ban in Simpson County has been lifted.

Simpson County judge-executive Mason Barnes made the announcement Wednesday on a social media post. Barnes issued the burn ban on Oct. 7 due to dry conditions, which presented a fire hazard.

Franklin-Simpson Fire Rescue says fall hazard burning season rules still apply. From Oct. 1 to Dec. 15 , burning within 150 feet of any woodland area is allowed only between 6 p.m. and 6 a.m., according to the official website of the Commonwealth of Kentucky.

In addition, officials say the City of Franklin requires a permit for burning within city limits.

Warren, Edmonson, Barren, Hart, Logan and Metcalfe counties remain under a burn ban at this current time.

The County Judge Executive has lifted the burn ban for all outdoor burning in Simpson County. The fall hazard burning season rules still apply. As always the City of Franklin requires a permit for burning inside the city limits.https://t.co/hFiZTKRAnk

— Franklin Simpson (@FSFireRescue) October 27, 2022