October 15, 2015 - The Joaquin Volunteer Fire Department would like to remind everyone that we are still under a county-wide burn ban. Outdoor burning is strictly prohibited, and a violation could warrant a fine. Starting Friday afternoon, a cool front will bring 20 MPH wind gusts to East Texas, with no moisture.
This will create an extremely dangerous situation that could allow a very small fire to turn into a large one very quickly. All Shelby County fire departments stand ready to respond at any time, but the easiest fire to put out is one that never starts.
