continued-dry-conditions-warm-temps-prompting-burn-bans-fire-concerns
Due to dry weather conditions, more than 25 counties put burn bans into effect to prevent the spread of fires and protect life and property.
Shelby and neighboring counties Bartholomew and Rush currently have enacted burn bans.
County leaders consider several factors when making the decision to issue a burn ban.
Soil conditions Relative humidity Wind speedsSouthern Indiana is experiencing moderate drought conditions, while much of the northern part of the state is experiencing abnormally dry conditions, thus indicating a higher risk of the unintentional spread of a fire.
The Indiana Department of Homeland Security keeps an updated list of the burn bans which can be viewed on the Statewide Burn Ban Status Map. This map will be updated when counties decide to lift the bans.
Burn bans can include outdoor burning, campfires and open flame activities.
Relief could be on the way this week. Temperatures are supposed to drop into the 50s for weekend highs. Plus, Indiana has rain chances going into the weekend and chances of thunderstorms starting the next work week.
Trail expansion celebrated with Indiana DNR in Parke County
Indiana Natural Resources Commission seeks input on proposed wildlife rule changes
Ivy Tech Terre Haute / Greencastle to enhance dual enrollment with local foundation grants
Monday declared Air Quality Action Day across Indiana with changing weather pattern on horizon
U.S. Attorney’s Office hosts fraud forum, announces creation of fraud task force in Southern District of Indiana
The 2026 Indiana State Fair debuts new attractions, entertainment and family fun
Indiana customers to receive $350,000 in bill assistance from Duke Energy this summer
Car collectors can go retro with an authentic model year license plate
Phase II complete on Parke County Rail Trail
Lineup of 50 new food creations featured during this year's Indiana State Fair
Indiana wrapping up recounts in three legislative races
New traffic pattern to impact State Road 63 in Vermillion County
Garth Brooks announces The Blame It All On My Roots Tour kicking off at Gainbridge Fieldhouse
Art and photo contest open for DNR hard card licenses
IFB: Summer cookout costs decrease for Indiana shoppers, lower than U.S. average
