Fire Regulations in Mission, TX (2026)
3 verified fire regulations for Mission, Texas, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
Verified from official government sources
Fire Pit Rules
Recreational fire pits may be permitted with proper safety precautions and in compliance with Mission fire code. Contained fires with approved fuel sources allowed when no burn ban is in effect.
Mission Fire Pit Rules & Outdoor Fire Regulations
Some RestrictionsFireworks
Consumer fireworks are banned in Mission under Ordinance §66-3, which dates to the 1970s. All Rio Grande Valley cities including Mission, Pharr, Edinburg, and McAllen ban personal fireworks. Fine up to $2,000.
Mission Fireworks Rules & Restrictions
Heavy RestrictionsTex. Occupations Code Sec. 2154.251 (Prohibited Use of Fireworks)
Sec. 2154.251. PROHIBITED USE OF FIREWORKS. (a) A person may not:(1) explode or ignite fireworks within 600 feet of any church, a hospital other than a veterinary hospital, an asylum, a licensed child care center, or a public or private primary or secondary school or institution of higher education unless the person receives authorization in writing from that organization;(2) sell at retai...
Outdoor Burning
Open burning of waste in Mission is generally prohibited. Hidalgo County Fire Marshal issues burn bans during drought. Enclosed cooking fires are permitted.
Mission Outdoor Burning & Open Fire Restrictions
Some RestrictionsLooking for Hidalgo County county-wide rules?
County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement Mission city rules.
Fire Regulations in Hidalgo County →