Wednesday, July 16, 2025

Burn ban lifted for Brunswick County

Following a controlled burn gone bad, Brunswick County issued a burn ban in its unincorporated areas. It has been lifted as of Friday. (Port City Daily photo/File)

BRUNSWICK COUNTY — Following a controlled burn that escalated to a wildfire, Brunswick County issued a burn ban. The prohibition has been lifted as of Friday.

READ MORE: Wildfire at Green Swamp 90% contained

Originally issued June 16, a ban on burning vegetation for areas within in the unincorporated county was put in place.

The fire located in the Green Swamp Nature Preserve was 90% contained as of Wednesday and had burned a little more than 15,600 acres.

Fire Marshal Andrew Thompson reminds residents that only natural vegetation, which includes leaves, tree trimmings, or yard debris, can be legally set on fire within 100 feet of a structure. Any outdoor burning that occurs more than 100 feet from a structure requires a North Carolina Forestry burning permit.

To obtain a permit at no charge, residents must visit the Brunswick County Code Administration building at 75 Courthouse Drive NE in Bolivia during normal business hours. One can also be sought using an online application.

Permit holders are encouraged to let the Brunswick County Sheriff’s Office know before starting a fire by calling 910-253-2505.


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