Governor Announces Fire Ban

NH Gov. Kelly Ayotte announced yesterday that open fires are banned for the foreseeable future as dry conditions continue across New Hampshire.

Under Ayotte’s proclamation, the ban includes fires built for camping, burning debris or warming, as well as smoking in or near woodlands or public trails.

Burn permits are needed for all open outdoor burning statewide.

Fire officials said 90% of all wildfires in the state are caused by people as a result of careless acts.