Burn Ban in Effect in Worcester County

May 4, 2026/Mari Lou

The Worcester County Fire Marshal has issued a burn ban – ALL outdoor burning is banned for an indefinite period of time in Worcester County. The ban is due to the County’s dry conditions, low precipitation totals and declining water table levels. The ban applies to all outdoor ignition sources with these exceptions –

  • proper use of gas and charcoal grills  
  • campfires at the County’s commercial campgrounds
  • campfires at State & Federal campgrounds
  • permitted official Town of Ocean City bonfires
  • private property recreational campfires that are limited to a fire area of 2 feet with a height of 3 feet
  • public fireworks displays
  • volunteer fire company training exercises

All existing outdoor burn permits have been rescinded. This ban will remain in effect until dry conditions improve and County officials determine that outdoor burning may safely resume.

Residents and visitors are urged to use caution with all outdoor ignition sources and to closely monitor future announcements regarding any changes to the burn ban.

For further information, contact the Worcester County Fire Marshal’s Office at 410-632-5666.

 

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