Burn Ban Now in Effect for Attala

Attala County has implemented a burn ban, effective immediately according to Attala County Fire Chief Tim Cox.
According to the Mississippi Forestry Commission: Anything with an open flame that produces an ember is not allowed during a burn ban. The wind can carry floating embers away from the original fire and start a spot fire up to one-half mile away from the burning area. This includes:Campfires
Bonfires
Fire pits
Fire rings
Burn barrels
Debris burning
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