The outdoor burning ban is under the jurisdiction of the Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR), Environmental Protection Division (EPD), Air Protection Branch.

The Georgia EPD imposes a ban on outdoor burning to comply with Federal Clean Air Regulations.  During the summer months in Georgia, the ozone in the air we breathe can reach unhealthy levels.  The Georgia EPD has identified open burning as a significant contributor of the pollutants that form ozone.  Consequently, open burning in metro Atlanta and larger counties must be restricted during the summer months.

Fulton County is included in the burn ban which is in effect from May 1 through September 30 each year.

For additional information, please visit the Georgia Forestry Commission website at:

http://www.gfc.state.ga.us/ForestFire/GeorgiaBurnBan.cfm