Before You Burn

Check before you burn and keep your community safe. BeforeYouBurn makes it easy to know if burning is allowed in your area and gives you the tools to burn responsibly.

Features

• Real-time burn status – Instantly see if outdoor burning is open, restricted, or closed in your district.
• Local fire danger levels – View current fire conditions including weather, risk, and safety alerts.
• Agency updates – Stay connected with your fire district for closures, safety information, and local guidelines.
• Simple check-in – Let your district know when you start and finish burning (Pro subscription required in participating districts).
• Safe practices – Access educational resources and safety reminders to reduce wildfire risk.

Why BeforeYouBurn Outdoor debris burning is one of the leading causes of human-started wildfires. BeforeYouBurn gives residents, fire districts, and state agencies a single trusted platform to share up-to-date information and encourage safe, compliant burning practices.