Outdoor burning rules in Edmond, OK — also called the burn ban, open burning, or fire restriction ordinance — set when you can burn yard waste, debris, or run a recreational fire.
Edmond follows state open burning regulations under ODEQ (27A O.S. §2-3-501). Open burning may require coordination with the fire department, especially during high fire danger periods. Governor and County Commissioner burn bans suspend all open burning. Edmond Code Title 17 (Fire) governs fire prevention.
ODEQ regulates outdoor burning statewide under Title 2, Chapter 16 of the Oklahoma Administrative Code. Burning garbage, construction debris, and plastic is always prohibited. Edmond may prohibit all outdoor burning except recreational fires within city limits. County burn bans enacted by county commissioners are very common during dry, windy seasons. Agricultural burning may require ODEQ notification. Oklahoma’s wind patterns make outdoor burning especially hazardous.
ODEQ violation: fines vary. Burn ban violation: misdemeanor $100 to $500. City fines vary by ordinance.
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