Controlled Burn Information
REMINDER
No open burning March 16th through May 14th
There are some exceptions.
Report all controlled burns to Columbia 911 at
518-828-4114
Considerations / Recommendations
Is it windy? If so, consider burning another day
Clear an area 10 to 15 feet around the burn site
Do not use gasoline or other flammable liquids to start the fire
Keep the fire small enough so you can control it
Do not leave the fire unattended
Maintain a means of communication at the site (cell phone, etc)
Have a plan to extinguish the fire (garden hose, buckets of water, Flat shovel or broom)
When done, make sure the fire is completely out
Is it windy? If so, consider burning another day
Clear an area 10 to 15 feet around the burn site
Do not use gasoline or other flammable liquids to start the fire
Keep the fire small enough so you can control it
Do not leave the fire unattended
Maintain a means of communication at the site (cell phone, etc)
Have a plan to extinguish the fire (garden hose, buckets of water, Flat shovel or broom)
When done, make sure the fire is completely out
To report an illegal open fire call 1-800-TIPP DEC (1-800-847-7332)
Have questions about burning? Call DEC at 518-357-2350
Have questions about burning? Call DEC at 518-357-2350