2 rules for unincorporated Cameron County, Texas.
Verified from official government sources
BBQ grills, including propane grills, are permitted in unincorporated Cameron County and stay allowed even during a county burn ban. Propane cylinders follow Railroad Commission LP-gas rules and NFPA 58, not a separate county ordinance.
Cameron County Outdoor Burn Ban Order
Ground fires, including the burning of trash, yard waste, or other materials directly on the ground, are prohibited during the burn ban. However, residential fire pits and BBQ grills are still permitted.
Backyard smokers, whether wood, pellet, or charcoal, are allowed in unincorporated Cameron County and are treated like BBQ grills, remaining permitted during a burn ban. No county ordinance restricts residential smoking of food.
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