Open burning is prohibited in Antioch under Bay Area Air Quality Management District (BAAQMD) regulations. Burning of yard waste, trash, and debris is not allowed. Recreational fires in approved containers may be permitted.
BAAQMD prohibits open burning throughout the Bay Area. This includes burning leaves, brush, yard waste, and construction debris. The Contra Costa County Fire Protection District enforces fire safety regulations in Antioch. Recreational fires may be allowed in approved devices during non-Spare the Air days.
Open burning violations result in fines from BAAQMD and the fire district.
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