Officials Discuss Fire Danger After Statewide ‘No …
Governor Ivey’s No Burn Order went into effect at 9:00 a.m. on Thursday. The order prohibits all outdoor burning, including the use of fire pits and campfires. Alabama Forestry Commission, Work Unit Manager, Robert Maddox joked that his office had to “blow the dust off” the burn ban sign. However, he said given the dry conditions and ample fuels, it was needed.