Pender County, North Carolina
We could not verify the current status for Pender 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 North Carolina
Violating a state burn ban is a misdemeanor carrying a $100 fine plus court costs of around $183, and anyone who starts a fire can be held liable for the cost of putting it out. Burning within 500 feet of woodland protected by the Forest Service without a permit is separately unlawful under N.C.G.S. Chapter 106, Article 78.
Classification: Misdemeanor · Maximum fine: $100 fine plus roughly $183 in court costs
Recent status history
- Aug 11, 2026 — Unconfirmed
Sources & audit log
| Checked | Source | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 21, 2026 | N.C. Forest Service ↗ | source not verifiable |
Neighbouring counties
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Limits of this information
burnbanradar reads public burn-ban orders as published by N.C. Forest Service and reports them unchanged. Cities and municipalities within Pender 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 Pender county under a burn ban right now?
We could not verify the current status for Pender county. This is not a claim that no ban exists — verify with the county office before burning.
What can I still burn in Pender 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 Pender county?
Call 911 for any fire that is out of control or threatens property. For non-emergency violations of a burn-ban order, contact the Pender Sheriff's Office or fire marshal.