Can I still burn things in a barrel even though there is a temp. burn ban? ?

Question

There is a temporary burn ban in Kitsap county in Washington state, my husband and I burn allot of cardboard and paper so it doesn't end up in the trash can. Does the ban include burning in an off the ground contained barrel?

Answer 1

During a burn ban, the only thing you can burn outside is a steak on the grill. Get caught and the fine will probably be really high.

Answer 2

Yes.  Letting the stuff deteriorate is actually better for the environment.  Burning it is very bad for the environment.  It pollutes the air.  Shred the paper.

Better yet, start recycling.

Answer 3

Yes, the ban includes that also.

But you may be able to get a burn permit from the fire department.

Just go to the closest fire station from where you live and ask.