Open Burn Ban in NY until May 14

After a large brush fire was reported in northern Tioga County last weekend and other areas around the state, all New Yorkers are reminded that an outdoor burn ban remains in effect until May 14. The DEC says there is moderate fire danger for most areas around the state, as warmer-than-average temperatures have melted snow and left behind dry grass and brush. State residents are reminded to fully extinguish any camp or cooking fires, and burn only charcoal or clean, untreated wood. More information about the burn ban is available on the DEC website.