Miami Fort Lauderdale, FL, June 4, 2026 —

Florida Counties Lift Burn Bans as Rainy Season Arrives

As Florida transitions into its rainy season, a number of counties, including Duval County, have begun lifting previously enacted burn bans. This decision follows a period of significant wildfire activity earlier in the year, exacerbated by dry environmental conditions.

Recent precipitation has contributed to improved landscape moisture levels. This change has prompted local officials to re-evaluate current fire risks and subsequently ease restrictions on outdoor burning.

The lifting of burn bans signifies a shift in the state’s wildfire risk assessment, moving from a high-risk period due to drought conditions to a less critical phase with the arrival of seasonal rains.

Story summarized from the original created by Drew Dixon on floridapolitics.com, see more information here.

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