By Sam Parsons

Windy conditions continue to present issues for open burns in the state of Iowa, as area fire departments have needed to respond to an increased amount of fires in recent days. 3 counties in the No Coast Network listening area – Jasper, Marion, and Poweshiek – have instituted burn bans until further notice.

Burn bans will remain in effect until conditions dangerous to life or property no longer exist. Violations of open burn bans are simple misdemeanors.