What changed · July 13, 2026
Kentucky · Burn Bans
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No burn bans are currently active in Kentucky: the Division of Forestry's official County Burn Bans page states it "is not aware of any local bans issued by County Judge-Executives" (checked July 27, 2026). The statewide forest fire hazard seasons — when burning within 150 ft of woodland is banned 6 a.m.–6 p.m. — run Feb 15–Apr 30 and Oct 1–Dec 15, so neither applies now. County judge-executives can issue local bans at any time under KRS 149.401 and the Division is not always notified, and a ban generally prohibits debris burning, campfires, bonfires, open-pit cooking and charcoal grilling (violation is a misdemeanor) — confirm with your county judge-executive's office or local fire department before burning. Year-round air-quality rules still limit what may be burned (natural vegetation only; burning garbage or waste is prohibited).
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