The burn ban in effect for LaRue County has been lifted.
According to a Facebook post from LaRue County E-911, the ban that was issued on August 28 was lifted Monday. LaRue County E-911 notes, however, that restrictions for Kentucky’s Fall Forest Fire Hazard Season are in place now through December 15.
During Fall Forest Fire Hazard Season, burning is prohibited within 150 feet of woodland or brushland between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. If you plan to burn debris, only burn natural vegetation during evening hours when conditions are less windy, keep fire tools handy, and never leave a fire unattended.
The National Weather Service in Louisville said in their latest Drought Monitor update that swaths of 2 to 5 inches of rain in recent weeks led to improved drought conditions. Areas of Breckinridge, Grayson, Hardin, and Meade counties that were rated D-1 (moderate drought) were upgraded to D-0 (abnormally dry). Portions of LaRue and Nelson counties that were rated D-2 (severe drought) were upgraded to D-1.
The National Weather Service says drier conditions last week will likely impact the next Drought Monitor information. Check the NWS Louisville’s website for more information.
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