Open Burning
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Very High Fire Danger Across Southern Half Of Wisconsin
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is asking the public to stay vigilant and avoid burning because of very high fire danger across most of Wisconsin.
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Be Fire Smart: Spring Is Wildfire Season In Wisconsin
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds Wisconsinites that fire season is underway.
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Spring Wildfire Risk Remains Across Wisconsin’s Storm Damage Areas
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) urges the public to complete any vegetative debris burning and check any previously burned piles for lingering embers before the snow melts, particularly in the storm-impacted areas of Langlade and Oconto counties.
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Open burning publications
This is a partial list of publications related to open burning. Other resources may be available.
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Summary Of Regulations For Open Burning
Several DNR programs regulate open burning for the purposes of air quality maintenance, proper management of solid wastes and wildfire prevention. Below is a brief summary of the DNR programs that regulate open burning and a list of relevant open…
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Environmental and health impacts of open burning
All open burning poses risks to the environment and public health. Smoke pollutes the air we breathe. Ash pollutes our soil, groundwater, lakes, rivers and streams. Burning anything in the outdoors can cause a wildfire. Burning only approved…
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Open burning staff contacts
Staff contacts for open burning inquiries are provided below. If you have concerns or complaints about open burning or outdoor wood boilers (OWBs), visit Complaints.
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Open burning and outdoor wood boiler complaints
State restrictions are limited regarding the open burning of materials generated by households. Your local government may have more restrictions on open burning than the state. If you have concerns or complaints about open burning or outdoor wood…
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Outdoor wood boilers
Outdoor wood boilers (OWBs) have become more popular in the United States, particularly in rural areas, as the prices for heating oil, propane and natural gas have increased. A 2006 report by Northeast States for Coordinated Air Use Management (…
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Know before you burn
The DNR's air quality and waste management rules generally prohibit open burning, with some limited exceptions. The tabs below provide information about the types of burning that may be allowed under state regulations. You can also use the "Can I…