Bergen County, New Jersey
We could not verify the current status for Bergen 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 New Jersey
Under N.J.S.A. 13:9-44.10, violating the Forest Fire Act or a burning restriction carries a civil penalty of up to $5,000 per offense (an additional $500 for each day a continuing violation persists), or a civil administrative penalty of the same amount. If a person knowingly violates the Act and thereby causes a wildfire, the offense becomes a fourth-degree crime punishable by a fine of up to $100,000.
Classification: Civil penalty or fourth-degree crime · Maximum fine: up to $5,000 per violation (plus $500/day if continuing); up to $100,000 if a violation knowingly causes a wildfire
Recent status history
- Aug 19, 2026 — Unconfirmed
- Aug 13, 2026 — No Restrictions
Sources & audit log
| Checked | Source | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 21, 2026 | NJ Department of Environmental Protection — Forest Fire Service ↗ | source not verifiable |
Neighbouring counties
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Limits of this information
burnbanradar reads public burn-ban orders as published by NJ Department of Environmental Protection — Forest Fire Service and reports them unchanged. Cities and municipalities within Bergen 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 Bergen county under a burn ban right now?
We could not verify the current status for Bergen county. This is not a claim that no ban exists — verify with the county office before burning.
What can I still burn in Bergen 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 Bergen 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 NJDEP Hotline (1-877-WARN-DEP) at 1-877-927-6337 (for reporting a wildfire or environmental emergency to DEP; call 911 for an immediate emergency), or contact the Bergen Sheriff's Office.