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The Stanly County Fire Marshal’s Office has issued a burn ban for all unincorporated areas
of the county, effective 8 a.m. Friday.
This ban is in conjunction with the burn ban issued by the NC Forestry Service and applies to any and all open burning within 100 feet of a structure.
The ban includes all outdoor fires, including campfires, bonfires and agricultural burning.
The burn ban is necessary due to the dry weather conditions and high fire danger. The ban will remain in effect until further notice.
Violations of the burn ban may result in a fine of up to $250 for first offenses.
For more information, contact the Stanly County Fire Marshal’s Office at 704-986-3655.

The City of Albemarle fire marshal has also issued a burning ban for within the city.