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Outdoor Burning Rules Matter in Palo Pinto County

Palo Pinto County Rules & Licenses

Palo Pinto County sits in rougher, brushier North Texas country than many people expect. When dry grass, cedar, wind, and steep ground line up, a small outdoor fire can spread fast.

Texas A&M Forest Service says a county judge or commissioners court can limit outdoor burning during drought. Palo Pinto County has a Burn Ban Information page. For local questions, the Emergency Management / Fire Marshal number is 940-325-5762.

Treat a burn ban as a live local rule. It is not background trivia. It may cover land outside city limits, and it can change with weather and dry fuels.

If you live on rural land, learn which Emergency Services District covers you. Palo Pinto County ESD #1 is a county emergency services district. These districts help pay for fire and EMS service outside city fire departments.

Content last revised 2026-07-11

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