Event Brief
Open Burning Banned in Knox County Amid Dry Conditions
Filed: Feb 24, 2026 at 1:05 PM ET
Summary: Knox County bans open burning due to dry weather and high winds, urging residents to stay safe.
WHO: Rural Metro
WHAT: Open burning ban
WHEN: Feb 24, 2026 at 9:42 AM ET
WHERE: Knoxville, TN
WHY: To prevent fire hazards due to dry conditions and high winds
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