Burn bans in Oklahoma

Yes — 33 counties in Oklahoma are currently under a burn ban. The county table above lists each one with its effective date and source.

In Oklahoma, County Commissioners declare a county burn ban by resolution (max. 14 days, renewable). The Governor can also declare a statewide ban, which overrides any county resolution. Resolutions submitted to the Forestry Division by 4:00 PM are published the same day.

Bans are issued by county officials and typically stay in effect until conditions improve or the order expires. Some counties set explicit expiration dates; others leave a ban open-ended until lifted. Check each county's page for the expiration listed on the current order.

Violating a county-issued burn ban is a misdemeanor under 2 O.S. § 2-16-26, punishable by a fine of up to $500, up to a year in jail, or both. Violating a Governor-issued statewide ban carries a higher fine of up to $1,000 under the same statute.