Burn Ban Implemented in Euless

On June 27, 2006 the City of Euless enacted a 90-day burn ban to limit the hazards caused by carelessness in the community during periods of high fire hazard.

To stay in compliance with this ban, please observe the following rules:

• Do not operate outdoor cooking appliances other than electric, gas or charcoal grills.
• When using a grill, it should be moved at least five feet away from any type a combustible surface or over vegetation unless the vegetation is adequately watered down prior to the cooking operation and a charged water hose is within 15 feet.
• Do not use grills, cooking pits, outdoor fireplaces, fire rings or anything that uses an open flame and could release sparks or embers.
• Do not perform any outdoor burning.
• The use of grills at city park facilities is prohibited.
• Do not perform any cutting or welding outside of specific guidelines as may be imposed by the fire marshal. A special permit program is in effect for cutting and welding operations during periods of burn bans.
• Be aware that discarding of cigarettes or other burning or heated materials in a manner that could cause a fire is prohibited. Cigarettes should be disposed of properly to prevent fires.

Grass and trees outdoors are very dry and fire can spread very quickly to homes or businesses. Thank you for your compliance with this burn ban. For more information, please call 817-685- 1600.