While Manatee County’s burn ban was set to expire Feb. 20, county officials and Paul Wren, the deputy chief for the East Manatee Fire Rescue District, said the burn ban will remain in effect until further notice.
Wren’s best advice for residents who might not be sure about what the burn ban entails is to ask questions before taking action.
“Don’t just assume that you’re OK to do this particular burn function or light off these fireworks for a party,” he said. “Please, ask questions of the professionals first (your local fire district or the Florida Forest Service). We’ll give you the right information, which, right now, is pretty simple — don’t do it.”…