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Manatee County, FL – Residents planning New Year’s Eve celebrations are being reminded that a countywide burn ban remains in effect as dry and windy conditions continue to elevate wildfire risks across the region.
According to the Manatee County Public Safety Department, the burn ban has been officially extended through Monday, January 5, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. The restriction applies countywide and prohibits nearly all forms of outdoor burning…