Department: Fire Marshal
Department Head/Elected Official: Laurie L. Christensen, Fire Marshal
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Supplemental RCA
Type of Request: Policy
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MWDBE Contracted Goal (if applicable): N/A
MWDBE Current Participation (if applicable): N/A
Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: N/A - Goal not applicable to request
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Request by the Fire Marshal for approval of a countywide burn ban in unincorporated areas of Harris County effective October 8, 2024, until the earlier of 90 days after the date of adoption or a determination is made by the Texas Forest Service that drought conditions no longer exist within Harris County; with the condition of prohibiting the sale of "sticks and fins" fireworks defined in LGC 352.051 (a) (1) and other restrictions as authorized under LGC 352.081.
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Background and Discussion:
The request for a County Burn Ban is driven by current data metrics, projected weather patterns, and trend analysis. A County implements a burn ban when the KBDI average is 575 or greater. Current KBDI on October 2, 2024, is ranging from a minimum of 448 to a maximum of 718 with an average throughout the county of 648.
Expected Impact:
Provide additional prevention of fires by banning outdoor burning during drought conditions, which leaves vegetation in a dry state ready for ignition.
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X Justice and Safety
_ Economic Opportunity
_ Housing
_ Public Health
_ Transportation
_ Flooding
X Environment
_ Governance and Customer Service
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Precinct(s): Countywide
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