Bristol County, Rhode Island
We could not verify the current status for Bristol 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 Rhode Island
Under R.I. Gen. Laws § 2-12-6, burning flammable material on or near forest land without a DEM permit is punishable, upon conviction, by a fine of not less than $10 nor more than $100, imprisonment of not less than 10 nor more than 30 days, or both.
Classification: Misdemeanor · Maximum fine: $10 to $100, 10 to 30 days in jail, or both
Recent status history
- Aug 12, 2026 — Unconfirmed
Sources & audit log
| Checked | Source | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 21, 2026 | Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management ↗ | source not verifiable |
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Limits of this information
burnbanradar reads public burn-ban orders as published by Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management and reports them unchanged. Cities and municipalities within Bristol 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 Bristol county under a burn ban right now?
We could not verify the current status for Bristol county. This is not a claim that no ban exists — verify with the county office before burning.
What can I still burn in Bristol 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 Bristol 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 DEM Enforcement — Division of Agriculture and Forest Environment at 1-401-222-3070 (for requesting DEM forestry response or equipment; call 911 to report an active wildfire), or contact the Bristol Sheriff's Office.