The Georgia Statewide Outdoor Burning Ban ended Friday, October 1. This means that Henry County residents are now able to burn outdoors. The Henry County Fire Prevention Bureau is encouraging all Henry County residents that when burning outdoors, to do so in a safe and vigilant manner within the parameters set forth by the County and State of Georgia guidelines. Common questions are: What can be burned? Do I need a permit? When can I burn? Guidance and answers to these questions are found utilizing information contained on the Henry County and the Georgia Forestry Commission’s websites. Most of the guidelines are very similar, however, the Henry County guidelines may be more restrictive than the state guidelines.

For more information, go to www.co.henry.ga.us, click on the departments tab, under public safety/emergency services go to the fire department tab and click on the Burn Ordinance tab. Here, residents will find detailed information concerning Henry County’s outdoor burning ordinances and requirements.

Another source of information is the Georgia Forestry Commission website at www.gatrees.org/burn-permits-and-notifications/ Further questions concerning outdoor burning can be directed to the Henry County Fire Prevention Bureau at 770-288-6637.