BRUNSWICK COUNTY, N.C. (WECT) – A ban on burning within 100 feet of an occupied structure has been issued for the unincorporated areas of Brunswick County and the Town of Leland.

Per the Calabash Fire Department release, the ban took affect at 8 a.m. Friday, June 28. The Leland burn ban began at 5 p.m. on the same day.

“The burn ban does not apply to any open burning permits issued by the North Carolina Forest Service or permitted fireworks displays scheduled for the week of July 4,” the announcement states. “Brunswick County is experiencing hot weather and drought conditions, in addition to a high fire danger index rating. The current and future weather forecast models indicate conditions that are not favorable for open burning. If you are located in a city or town, contact your local municipal official related to the burn ban.

“Because of these conditions, officials recommend individuals avoid using personal fireworks this Independence Day weekend and consider attending professional fireworks displays instead. More details on displays and fireworks safety tips from the Fire Marshal’s Office are at brunswickcountync.gov/holiday-fire-safety.”

Unincorporated areas are defined as an area not within city or town limits. The bans will expire at 8 a.m. Monday, July 8.

Anyone with questions is asked to call the Brunswick County Fire Marshal’s Office at (910) 253-2021.

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