Skip to content

Washington County to Lift Burn Ban on Friday, March 21, 2025, at Noon

Washington County, MD (March 20, 2025) – The Washington County Board of County Commissioners announces that the countywide burn ban will be lifted on Friday, March 21, 2025, at noon.

The burn ban was enacted due to prolonged dry conditions and increased fire risk.

Residents are reminded to exercise caution when conducting any outdoor burning and to adhere to all applicable local and state fire regulations. Best practices include:

  • Never leaving fires unattended
  • Keeping a water source nearby
  • If the wind is blowing, don’t burn
  • Ensuring fires are fully extinguished before leaving the area

For further information or updates on the burn ban, please contact Washington County’s Public Relations and Marketing Department at 240-313-2380 or [email protected].

###

Other news:

Washington County Transit Reintroduces Real-Time Passenger Information with Passio GO!

Washington County Transit Reintroduces Real-Time Passenger Information with Passio GO!

Hagerstown, MD (June 10, 2025) – Washington County Transit (WCT) is excited to announce the reintroduction of real-time passenger information…
Washington County Parks & Recreation 2025 Summer Camps

Washington County Parks & Recreation 2025 Summer Camps

WASHINGTON COUNTY, MD (June 9, 2025) – Summer is right around the corner, and Washington County Department of Parks & Recreation is excited…
TRAFFIC ALERT: Road Closure on Cohill Rd

TRAFFIC ALERT: Road Closure on Cohill Rd

CLEAR SPRING, MD (June 9, 2025) – The Washington County Highway Department announces an upcoming road closure on Cohill Road on Monday, June…