August 28, 2023 - Leading up to the storm which hit Shelby County August 27, 2023, there have been many wildfires that have burned hundreds of acres in the county, and one night of steady rain isn’t enough to offset the lack of moisture in the ground and dryness in the area.
The Shelby County Sheriff’s Office has reported issuing five burn ban violations today, August 28, 2023, so far. The burn ban Has Not been lifted.
These fines are $500 plus court costs. Citations are mandatory. Do Not Burn.
Shelby County Commissioners' Court is held every Wednesday morning at 9:30am in the active Shelby County Courthouse located on San Augustine Street in Center. They consider the burn ban every week and will meet again this Wednesday, August 30, 2023. If the burn ban were to be lifted, it will not happen until that time.
Anyone considering burning should realize at this time their actions will be subject to potential fines.
