Burn Restriction & Fire Index

Dunn County is currently under a FIRE Emergency Declaration & Burn Ban

Restrictions are based on the daily Fire Danger Index that can be found at

Burning of Pits and large piles of debris is NOT ALLOWED at any Fire Danger Index

Restrictions for Very High, Extreme and/or Reg Flag Warning

1. Travel off of surfaced roadways, regardless of use

2. Camp fires including those in developed campgrounds inside a fire ring

Restrictions for High, Very High, Extreme and/or Reg Flag Warning

1. Smoking in Open areas

2. OPEN burning, which includes the ignition of fireworks, garbage and campfires

3. Any ASH producing stoves or grills

ALLOWANCES - IF water and firefighting equipment including a 2A fire extinguisher is available

1. Propane and white gas stoves and grills at any fire danger level

2. Campfires if fire danger level is low, moderate, or high - IF burning in a developed campground, within a fire ring

3. Two Track travel if fire danger level is low, moderate, or high

4. Smoking inside a vehicle, building, or designated area clear of any dry vegetation or combustible material.

The penalty for violation of this burn restriction is a Class B Misdemeanor

(NDCC 37.17.1-10.1: Maximum sentence of 30 days in jail and a $1,500.00 fine)

Sarah Duttenhefner - Dunn County Emergency Manager

Office (701) 573-4612

Cell (701) 290-1769