A burn ban has been issued for our area as the persistent drought continues

GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) – The Florida Forest Service has announced four county-issued burn bans for our region.

Alachua, Gilchrist, Citrus and Union County residents should refrain from lighting fires due to drought conditions dominating our forecast.

With the holiday coming up, some enjoy bonfires or deep-frying turkeys outdoors, but this can be more dangerous than usual…

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