(A.) Yes. Extreme weather conditions such as high wind or extreme dryness can pose a significant fire hazard. We require that you call the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office and notify them of any controlled burns within the Central Fire District. Additionally, the (BLM) Bureau of Land Management also has burn restrictions. Please check with the BLM directly for their regulations at http://www.blm.gov/id/st/en/fo/upper_snake.html or by calling 208-524-7500. Anytime you are perfoming a controlled burn, be sure there is someone in attendance at all times with a water supply and a cell phone in case the burn gets out of control.

(A.) You are allowed to burn tree trimmings, grass clippings, and ditch banks.

(A.) It is illegal to burn paint, tires, pesticide containers, construction debris, dead animals, demolition debris, petroleum products, treated wood, metals, plastic, asphalt, and crop residue.

(A.) This has become a Department of Environmental Quality issue. You must contact your local DEQ office. More information can be found by visiting the DEQ website www.deq.idaho.gov or by calling 1-208-373-0502.