The Scott County Emergency Management Agency, in conjunction with the local Fire Chiefs and the State Fire Marshal’s Office, has determined that open burning constitutes a danger to life & property in Scott County, Iowa.  Therefore, pursuant to Iowa Code 100.40(1), a Burn Ban is in effect as of 6/2/2023 at 12:00 pm for all of Scott County, Iowa. Current conditions and concerns include dry weather conditions, low relative humidity, and dried vegetation.

The burn ban will be in effect until further notice. When the conditions improve allowing for a lift of the burn ban, further notification will be sent.  Notifications will be distributed by press release, social media and through Scott County’s Alert Iowa “Countywide | Burn Ban” opt-in messaging list.

You can find additional information and details by clicking on the links below:

• State of Iowa Fire Marshal Burn Ban
  • https://dps.iowa.gov/divisions/state-fire-marshal/burn-bans
• National Weather Service Drought Monitor Graphics
  • https://www.weather.gov/dvn/drought
• Iowa Code 100.40 for Burn Ban
  • https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/ico/chapter/2013/100.40.pdf
• Scott County Emergency Agency
  • https://www.scottcountyiowa.gov/ema

 **Countywide Burn Ban for Scott County, Iowa, has been Lifted** 

The Scott County Emergency Management Agency, in conjunction with the local Fire Chiefs and the State Fire Marshalls Office, has determined that the danger to life and property in Scott County, Iowa, has been reduced enough to remove the Countywide Burn Ban. 

In pursuant to Iowa Code 100.40(1) (1995), Scott County’s Burn Ban has been lifted effective 06/30/2023 at 08:00 am for all of Scott County, Iowa. 

Please continue to use caution and follow all recommended safety procedures when conducting a controlled burn.