An emergency burn ban is now in effect across Adams County due to current weather conditions and an increased risk of wildfires.
The Adams County Board of Supervisors issued the ban at the request of the Adams County Emergency Management Agency, according to an announcement from the Adams County Sheriff’s Office.
Under the emergency order, residents are prohibited from burning leaves, trash, brush, or other debris. Outdoor burn piles and bonfires are also prohibited, along with burning outside of approved debris or grass areas.
Some exceptions remain in place. Charcoal grills are permitted as long as they are constantly supervised and ashes are properly disposed of. Other exceptions include burns authorized by the Mississippi Forestry Commission, approved burns conducted by certified burn managers, and certain agricultural and commercial burning activities conducted under applicable Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality regulations.
Violators could face fines of up to $500, and the Adams County Sheriff’s Office will be responsible for enforcing the restrictions.
Sheriff Travis Patten and the Sheriff’s Office are urging residents to take the ban seriously to protect homes, property, firefighters, first responders, and surrounding communities.
The emergency burn ban is scheduled to remain in effect through November 2, 2026, although officials may lift the restrictions earlier if weather conditions improve.
Residents with questions about the burn ban can contact the Adams County Emergency Management Agency at 601-442-7021.
Officials remind residents that even a single unattended or uncontrolled fire can quickly become dangerous under the current dry conditions.
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