To minimize the risk of wildland fires, Tennesseans are reminded that a burn permit from the Tennessee Department of Agriculture Division of Forestry is required for debris burning from Oct. 15 through May 15.
"Burn permits help us communicate with landowners about when and where it is safe to burn at any given time," State Forester Heather Slayton said. "Obtaining a permit is vital for keeping our communities and firefighters safe."
For those planning to burn debris or clear natural yard waste, a burn permit from TDF is mandatory in all counties that allow open burning, unless local restrictions apply. Burning materials like leaves, branches, tree limbs, twigs and other woody ... (click for more)