"Due to the County's current dry conditions, low precipitation totals, and declining water table levels, the burn ban is effective immediately," Fire Marshal Owens said.
Fire Marshal's Office
News & Announcements
The Worcester County Fire Marshal’s Office proudly recognizes Deputy Fire Marshal Richard “Hunter” Mauk, who was honored on Wednesday, April 28, at the American Legion Sinepuxent Post 166 in Ocean City during their annual First Responders Awards Celebration.
Effective immediately, the entire State of Maryland is under a burn ban until further. State law enacted in 2007 authorizes the Department of Natural Resources’ Secretary, at the recommendation of the Maryland Forest Service, to implement such a ban when landscape and weather conditions warrant.
Effective immediately, Worcester County Fire Marshal Matt Owens issued a burn ban, and ALL outdoor burning is banned for an indefinite period of time in Worcester County.
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