Lancaster County, Nebraska
We could not verify the current status for Lancaster 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 Nebraska
Under Neb. Rev. Stat. § 81-520.02, violating the statewide open burning ban is a Class IV misdemeanor — under § 28-106, that carries a fine of up to $500 and no imprisonment.
Classification: Class IV misdemeanor · Maximum fine: up to $500, no jail time
Recent status history
- Aug 12, 2026 — Unconfirmed
Sources & audit log
| Checked | Source | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 21, 2026 | Nebraska State Fire Marshal ↗ | source not verifiable |
Neighbouring counties
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Limits of this information
burnbanradar reads public burn-ban orders as published by Nebraska State Fire Marshal and reports them unchanged. Cities and municipalities within Lancaster 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 Lancaster county under a burn ban right now?
We could not verify the current status for Lancaster county. This is not a claim that no ban exists — verify with the county office before burning.
What can I still burn in Lancaster 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 Lancaster 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 Nebraska Arson Hotline (888-WY-ARSON) at 1-888-992-7766 (for reporting suspected arson; call 911 for an active wildfire emergency), or contact the Lancaster Sheriff's Office.