Due to severe winter weather, all Douglas County Government offices will be CLOSED Friday, Nov. 8. Read more.
Due to severe winter weather, all Douglas County Government offices will be CLOSED Friday, Nov. 8. Read more.
Posted on August 9, 2024 2024News and Events
Information courtesy of Douglas County Sheriff:
Sheriff Darren Weekly has reduced Fire Restrictions in unincorporated areas of Douglas County from Stage 2 to Stage 1 effective, Aug. 9, 2024. Ordinance No. O-012-004 (Stage 1) restricts open fires, open burning, and the use of fireworks in the unincorporated areas of Douglas County.
Prohibited Activities:
Allowable Activities:
Violation of these fire restrictions is a Class-2 Petty Offense, punishable by up to a $1000 fine and a $10 surcharge.
Additional information on fire restrictions stages can be located at the Douglas County Emergency Management website. If you live in an incorporated part of Douglas County, please check with your municipality regarding current restrictions.
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