Question a da week

[Lee Borgersen]

 
                 Question of the week

Q: Do I still need an open burning permit for my brush pile even though it is winter?

A: The snow and cold of a Minnesota winter  generally make this time of the year a better and safer time to burn brush piles. However, when there is less than 3 inches of snow cover, open burning permits are required by law. Also, many communities require a burning permit no matter the time of year. Contact a local fire chief to see if a permit is required. Composting and mulching is an alternative to burning and a better way to prevent a potential wildfire.

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Contact a local DNR Forestry office to find out if a permit is required before burning any brush pile. For more information about burning permits, visit the DNR website at www.mndnr.gov/forestry/fire/questions.html.

Linda Gormanson, DNR wildfire prevention supervisor