Growing list of burn bans adds Allen, Simpson counties

Burn bans are expanding Friday with the addition of Allen and Simpson counties.

In an order from Allen County judge-executive Dennis Harper, as well as Simpson County judge-executive Mason Barnes, both officials issued no outside burning orders.

These orders are effective immediately.

The lack of rain has continued to produce dry and hazardous conditions.

The counties join a growing list of burn bans already ordered, including in Warren, Barren, Metcalfe and Edmonson counties.

You can find an updated list of burn bans at the Kentucky Energy and Environment Cabinet website.