***McLennan County is under a burn ban effective immediately***
Burn Ban Information
Notice of Burn Ban
Effective Tuesday, August 4, 2026, McLennan County is under a countywide Burn Ban issued by the McLennan County Commissioners Court. Outdoor burning is prohibited until the burn ban is lifted.
In addition to the countywide burn ban, McLennan County has a conditional Red Flag Warning Burn Ban Order in place. This order automatically prohibits outdoor burning whenever the National Weather Service issues a Red Flag Warning for McLennan County.
The burn ban was implemented due to dry conditions and an increased risk of wildfires. Please use extreme caution with any activity that could produce sparks or open flames.
If you have questions or need additional information, please contact:
- McLennan County Judge's Office: (254) 757-5049
- McLennan County Office of Emergency Management: (254) 750-5911
The Speegleville Volunteer Fire Department appreciates your cooperation in helping protect our community, our neighbors, and our first responders.
Control Burn Information
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) allows outdoor burning only when it can be conducted safely and does not create a nuisance or traffic hazard.
Before conducting a controlled burn:
- Confirm that no burn ban or Red Flag Warning Burn Ban is in effect.
- Check current weather conditions, including wind speed and direction.
- Ensure a responsible adult remains with the fire at all times.
- Keep an adequate water supply or firefighting equipment readily available.
- Report your planned controlled burn by calling the McLennan County Sheriff's Office Non-Emergency Line at (254) 757-5222.
- Burn only materials permitted under TCEQ regulations.
- Prevent smoke from creating hazards for nearby roads, residences, or businesses.
- Completely extinguish the fire or reduce it to ash before leaving the burn site.
Practicing safe outdoor burning helps protect lives, property, and our community. When in doubt, postpone your burn until conditions improve.