Effective immediately, outdoor burning is allowed in all unincorporated areas of McLennan County, Texas, in accordance with the provisions of the Local Government Code 352.081.
IN THE EVENT OF A BURN BAN BE IN PLACE - THE FOLLOWING RULES APPLY:
For purposes of this Order, the term "Outdoor Burning" means:
1. All outdoor fires, including fires contained in a container or semi-enclosure, such as a barrel or hopper.
(It does not include grills, bar-b-ques, or smokers which are used to cook food and are fully covered and attended).
Open grills, bar-b-ques or smokers are prohibited; and
2. The use of welders or cutting torches is prohibited unless the user has on hand adequate fire suppression equipment & personnel. Specifically this must include, as a minimum:
a) a 2A-20BC fire extinguisher, kept within 30 feet of any outdoor welding activity; and
b) an individual to serve as a "fire monitor" during all welding activities with the monitor remaining on the scene for a minimum of 30 minutes after cessation of any outdoor welding activity.