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Louisiana Open Burning Rules (2026)
Conditional: Open burning is limited to vegetation/ordinary yard waste (no synthetic materials, tires, paper, structures).
Open burning is limited to vegetation/ordinary yard waste (no synthetic materials, tires, paper, structures). Burns may be banned by the State Fire Marshal or LDAF during dry conditions; local parish rules may be stricter.
Official source: ldaf.la.gov →
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Open Burning Rules in states bordering Louisiana
The same rule in each neighboring state LawLert has verified, from that state’s own official source.
- ArkansasConditional
Open burning of yard/land debris is generally allowed when no ban is in effect, but county judges may impose burn bans (up to 60 days) during dry conditions. The Forestry Division monitors fire danger; bans are enforced by sheriffs.
Verified Jun 18, 2026 · Source: agriculture.arkansas.gov · Full Arkansas rule →
- MississippiConditional
Outdoor/debris burning generally requires an MFC burn permit (now available through MFC's online system) and is prohibited entirely when a county burn ban is in effect. County Boards of Supervisors request bans; MFC approves them.
Verified Jun 18, 2026 · Source: mfc.ms.gov · Full Mississippi rule →
- TexasConditional
Outdoor burning is regulated by TCEQ rules and, during drought, by county burn bans adopted by the county judge or commissioners court. When no ban is in place, debris burning is allowed under TCEQ conditions; a county burn ban prohibits or restricts it.
Verified Jun 18, 2026 · Source: tfsweb.tamu.edu · Full Texas rule →
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