Worcester County | Worcester County

Nov

2024

Maryland Department of Natural Resources Enacts Statewide Burn Ban

By smcmichen

November 1, 2024

Dry, windy conditions have increased fire risk across the state and fueled ongoing wildfires

Maryland Forest Service crews work to suppress smoldering leaves from a wildfire in Washington County. Photo by Aaron Cook, Maryland Department of Natural Resources.

The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is implementing a statewide ban on open air burning, effective today, November 1, in all Maryland counties.

Read more about Maryland Department of Natural Resources Enacts Statewide Burn Ban

November 1, 2024 - Statewide Burn Ban in Effect

By rkorb on Fri, 11/01/2024 - 2:56 pm

Read more about November 1, 2024 - Statewide Burn Ban in Effect

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. Open-air burning such as campfires as well as charcoal grilling are not permitted under the burn ban, but state law does permit the use of propane grills.

Oct

2024

Worcester County Offices Closed November 5th & 11th for Federal Holidays

By smcmichen

Worcester County Government (WCG) offices, including Recreation and Parks, will be closed for two upcoming federal holidays: Election Day on Tuesday, November 5; and Veterans Day on Monday, November 11.

All five Branch Libraries, Central Landfill, and Homeowner Convenience Centers will be open during standard hours of operation on both dates.

Read more about Worcester County Offices Closed November 5th & 11th for Federal Holidays