10/21/2026
October 15, 2026 10:45 AM
Fire Marshal Advisory: Open Burning Discouraged
Due to ​increased fire danger from high winds, the Buncombe County Fire Marshal is discouraging open burning until conditions improve.
Dry grasses, dead leaves, and other vegetative debris could easily ignite and spread quickly.
Postpone outdoor burning if you can. Let yard debris burns wait. If you must burn, keep all fires constantly attended, and ensure you have a means of extinguishment handy.
Conditions do not warrant a ban at this time. Help emergency crews protect you and your property by refraining from burning if possible.
A reminder:
- Use extreme caution when handling potential ignition sources such as machinery and farm equipment.
- Keep fires small and manageable.
- Keep fires away from combustible vegetation and structures, at least 25 feet.
- Burning of all material is prohibited where there is public pickup for yard waste, including the City of Asheville and other municipalities.
- Only the burning of natural vegetation is allowed.
Before burning, residents can call the Open Burning Hotline at 828-250-6767 to see if burning is allowed that day.
