Prince George County Fire and EMS urges residents to adhere to burn ban
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PRINCE GEORGE COUNTY, Va. (WRIC) -- Prince George County Fire and EMS is reminding its residents that the burn ban is still in effect until April 30.
In a Facebook post, the fire department reminded county residents that Virginia's 4 p.m. Burn Law is still in effect until Wednesday, April 30 -- which means that open-air burning before 4 p.m. is prohibited.
(Prince George County Fire and EMS)
According to the fire department, if a fire is within 300 feet of woodland and dry grass, it is an increased risk of wildfires.
In this season, Prince George Fire and EMS has already responded to multiple brush fires and illegal burning complaints. The fire department expressed encouragement towards the community's efforts in helping to prevent wildfires, as well as keep lives and properties safe.
