Garrett County, Maryland
We could not verify the current status for Garrett county. This is not a claim that no ban exists. Verify with the county office before burning.
What this means
- Unknown — verify with the county office
Penalties in Maryland
Under COMAR 08.03.12.24, violating Maryland's forest-fire and open-burning regulations is a misdemeanor punishable as provided in Natural Resources Article §10-1101 — up to $1,500 for a first offense, and up to $4,000, up to 1 year in jail, or both, for a second or subsequent offense within 2 years.
Classification: Misdemeanor · Maximum fine: up to $1,500 for a first offense; up to $4,000 and 1 year in jail for a second offense within 2 years
Sources & audit log
| Checked | Source | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 21, 2026 | Maryland Department of Natural Resources ↗ | source not verifiable |
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Limits of this information
burnbanradar reads public burn-ban orders as published by Maryland Department of Natural Resources and reports them unchanged. Cities and municipalities within Garrett county may impose stricter rules than the county order. Water districts and state forestry rules may add further restrictions. When an order is ambiguous or the source cannot be reached, we show Unconfirmed instead of guessing a status. The county's own posted order governs.
Common questions
Is Garrett county under a burn ban right now?
We could not verify the current status for Garrett county. This is not a claim that no ban exists — verify with the county office before burning.
What can I still burn in Garrett county?
Standard open burning is currently permitted, subject to any municipal ordinance in your area. Never leave a fire unattended, and keep water and a shovel nearby.
How do I report an illegal fire in Garrett county?
Call 911 for any fire that is out of control or threatens property. For a non-emergency burn-ban violation, you can also reach Office of the State Fire Marshal — Arson Hotline at 1-800-492-7529 (for reporting suspected arson; call 911 for an active wildfire), or contact the Garrett Sheriff's Office.