A burn ban is in effect in Sarasota County because of local drought conditions and a chance of fire hazards, officials said.

SARASOTA COUNTY, Fla. — A burn ban is in effect for Sarasota County which officials say is due to drought conditions and an increased chance of fire hazards. According to a press release ...

The county last imposed a burn ban in May amid an earlier drought. Christian Casale covers local government for the Sarasota Herald-Tribune. Email him at [email protected] or christiancasale@ ...

Sarasota County issued a burn ban on Dec. 28, 2024, due to drought conditions, so local leaders are encouraging people to enjoy public fireworks displays rather than setting them off at home.

SARASOTA, Fla. (WFLA) — A burn ban was issued Saturday for Sarasota County due to local drought conditions and an increased chance of fire hazards. Under Sarasota County’s burn ban ordinance ...