City of Venice issues a citywide recreational burn ban effective immediately

 

 

 

City of Venice issues a citywide recreational burn ban effective immediately

Francesco Abbruzzino, The Uncensored Report, LLC

 

 

Venice Fire Rescue: Chief Shawn Carvey has issued a citywide recreational burn ban effective immediately due to dry weather conditions that pose a risk for increased wildfire potential.

 

Outdoor cooking fires in approved grills such as gas or charcoal BBQ grills are permitted; however, extreme caution is urged with these devices as well. Fire pits/cooking pits are not permitted. Remember to not leave a grill unattended and make sure coals are completely cooled before disposing.

 

The citywide outdoor burn ban prohibits all outdoor burning that has not been specifically permitted by the Florida Forest Service. Bonfires, campfires, and the burning of vegetative (yard) debris is not allowed at this time.

 

Should a wildfire erupt, nearby residents are urged to follow the directions from authorities. This may include evacuations of localized areas.

 

We ask all residents to stay vigilant during these dry conditions.