Georgetown County, South Carolina
We could not verify the current status for Georgetown 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 South Carolina
Violating a State Forester's Burning Ban is a misdemeanor under S.C. Code § 48-35-60: a first offense carries a fine of up to $200 or up to 30 days in jail; a second offense within ten years carries a fine of at least $500 and up to 60 days, or both, at the court's discretion. A county emergency burn ordinance violation carries the same first-offense range (up to $200 or 30 days) under S.C. Code § 6-11-105.
Classification: Misdemeanor · Maximum fine: up to $200 / 30 days (first offense); at least $500 / up to 60 days (repeat within 10 years)
Recent status history
- Aug 11, 2026 — Unconfirmed
Sources & audit log
| Checked | Source | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 21, 2026 | South Carolina Forestry Commission ↗ | source not verifiable |
Neighbouring counties
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Limits of this information
burnbanradar reads public burn-ban orders as published by South Carolina Forestry Commission and reports them unchanged. Cities and municipalities within Georgetown 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 Georgetown county under a burn ban right now?
We could not verify the current status for Georgetown county. This is not a claim that no ban exists — verify with the county office before burning.
What can I still burn in Georgetown 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 Georgetown 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 Georgetown Sheriff's Office or fire marshal.