05/19/2026
Info for our locals. Let’s remain careful to protect our beautiful area💜
🚨 BURN BAN UPDATE:
The burn ban has officially expired. While conditions have improved, we encourage everyone to remain vigilant and practice safe burning habits to help prevent wildfires and protect our community.
🔥 Important Burn Information:
• Yard waste piles LESS than 8 feet in diameter do NOT require a burn authorization from the Florida Forest Service.
• Yard waste piles GREATER than 8 feet in diameter DO require a burn authorization from the Florida Forest Service.
When burning yard waste, piles must be:
✔️ At least 25 feet from forests
✔️ At least 50 feet from paved public roads
✔️ At least 25 feet from your home
✔️ At least 150 feet from other occupied buildings
🚫 Reminder: It is illegal to burn household garbage, including:
• Paper products
• Treated lumber
• Plastics
• Rubber materials
• Tires
• Pesticides
• Paint
• Aerosol containers
For additional information about burning in Nassau County, click here: https://www.nassaucountyfl.com/694/Burning-Requirements
Please use caution, monitor weather conditions, and never leave a fire unattended. Thank you for helping keep our community safe!
