By Ronnal M. McClure, Sheriff of Rock County
With the extremely dry conditions that continue throughout southwest Minnesota, it is necessary that area residents be very careful with any outdoor burning.
Minnesota Open Burning Permit holders are reminded that they must abide by the requirements that are printed on the backside of the permits.
It is strongly suggested that all unnecessary burning be delayed until conditions improve and that any other burning be conducted very carefully and if possible, during the evening hours.
The sheriffs of southwest Minnesota would prefer not to have to issue a ban on open burning at this time. Please be careful with any essential outdoor burning. If in doubt, wait until conditions improve.
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